Host/Hostess
Content + Source + Freshness • 03 Mar 2026 • 95% confidence
Offer value
This host/hostess position provides good hourly pay, attractive benefits, and solid career progression potential in a thriving hospitality environment.
- Hourly pay from $17.00 to $19.00
- Excellent tips and benefits for part-time staff
- Route for career growth in hospitality
Pros
- Decent pay range ($17.00 - $19.00/hour).
- Flexible working hours accommodating various schedules.
- Great customer service experience for career advancement.
Cons
- High customer interaction may be overwhelming for some.
- Limited advancement beyond the host/hostess role without additional skills.
- Requires standing for long periods.
Who it's for
Entry-level • Part-time on-site
Good fit
- Social individuals comfortable interacting with customers
- Those seeking entry-level hospitality roles
- Candidates interested in gaining restaurant experience
Not recommended for
- Individuals who prefer minimal social interaction
- Job seekers looking for non-customer-facing roles
- Candidates needing stable full-time positions
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
$17.00 - $19.00 / Hour
Overview
North Italia is Coming Soon to Walnut Creek!
Hiring begins in February – Apply today for early consideration!
Hosts / Hostesses – solid pay with room to grow!
North Italia is offering:
- Flexible scheduling
- Hospitality training
- Health benefits including medical, dental and vision (after 25 hours/week average)
- Paid time off (after 25 hours/week average)
- Discounted shift meals
- 35% discount for your party when dining in as a guest
- Eligible for up to 50% next day pay (exclusions apply)
- Career growth opportunities
Handmade With Love From Scratch Daily
Whether you’re looking for a change or starting a career from scratch, North is the perfect place for you. From our Prosciutto pizza to the house specialty Bolognese, we take great pride in serving exceptional handmade Italian dishes. We’re also committed to supporting our employees with advancement opportunities, perks, and a positive environment. North is more than an Italian restaurant—it’s a family of servers, hosts, managers, and chefs dedicated to crafting the perfect Italian meal for our guests. If that sounds like you, there’s a place for you here.
Responsibilities
- Greet guests and warmly welcome to the restaurant upon arrival
- Make all of our guests feel comfortable and let them know you are there to personally take care of them
- Know regular guests by name; know their preferences and needs
- When on a wait, record guest’s name and number of people in party, provide guests with estimated waiting time, and seat them as soon as a table becomes available
- Seat guests based on their preferences while also balancing customer flow
- Present guests with a menu when they are seated; ensure the table looks clean, tidy, and up to our standards
- Thank guests as they leave and invite them to return soon
Qualifications:
A people-person who loves creating a welcoming atmosphere and giving great service. You should have experience working with customers or restaurant guests. Excellent English speaking and writing skills are important and you should be comfortable working with computers. In our busy environment, it is important that you are able to stand for periods of time and, if needed, can lift up to 25 pounds.
About the Company
Become a valuable member of our team and you will discover more than just a culinary gem. We have a successful and professional work environment with opportunities for growth. Our competitive wages combined with a 35% discount at all North Italia locations make this a team you simply must be a part of.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas, perspectives, backgrounds and experiences to apply. We offer reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.
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