Host (Part-Time) – The James (James Island, SC)
Join Our Growing, Hospitality-Driven Team!
The James is seeking a warm and professional Host to join our team!
About Us:
The James is a neighborhood restaurant offering classic American fare in the heart of James Island, Charleston. With a warm, family-friendly atmosphere, The James serves familiar, comforting dishes with genuine hospitality—creating a welcoming community space that guests love to return to. Locally operated by The Neighborhood Dining Group—the team behind acclaimed restaurants like Husk, Delaney Oyster House, Minero, and Marbled & Fin—The James upholds a culture rooted in quality, service, and people-first leadership.
Who We're Looking For:
We're looking for a warm, professional, and organized Host to be the first and lasting impression for our guests.
Responsibilities:
What You'll Bring:
What We Offer:
Hospitality Starts with You!
Come be part of a team that values professionalism, teamwork, and Southern hospitality.
Apply today and take the next step in your hospitality career with The James!
In this position, you have the opportunity to have a competitive hourly rate plus great tips. Pay rates and ranges listed are averages INCLUDING tips and fluctuate with business levels. Pay rates and ranges are not guaranteed and tips are given at the sole discretion of our guests.

The Neighborhood Dining Group (NDG) is a restaurant management company founded in 2001 by David Howard, who partnered with a group of investors to oversee the growth and development of restaurants in Charleston, SC. Our successful partnership has blossomed into multiple restaurants in three states across the South, but one thing remains unchanged: a steadfast commitment to creating a work environment built on integrity, respect, and honesty.
Over the years, NDG has been fortunate to earn numerous accolades and recognition for our commitment to excellence. Notably, Husk Charleston was named Bon Appetit’s “2011 Best New Restaurant in America.” GQ recognized Husk Nashville as one of the “12 Most Outstanding Restaurants of the Year” in 2013, and in 2014 the restaurant earned the title of Esquire’s “Best New Restaurant in America.”
Although our restaurants feature diverse menus and unique settings, our promise to deliver outstanding experiences to our guests remains consistent throughout our concepts. We are also deeply committed to fostering team growth. Our long-term focus on our staff’s well-being and professional development has allowed us to expand as a company and create more opportunities for those who share our vision.