Job Description

Hostess – Little Hen Fort Lauderdale

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Company: Little Hen Hospitality
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Schedule: Morning and daytime shifts, weekends required
Restaurant Concept: High-volume brunch restaurant

About Little Hen

Little Hen is a stylish, high-volume brunch restaurant known for beautiful food, warm hospitality, and an elevated guest experience. We are opening our Fort Lauderdale location and are looking for friendly, polished, and organized Hosts / Hostesses to join our opening team.

The Host / Hostess is the first impression of Little Hen and plays an important role in creating a welcoming and smooth guest experience.

Position: Host / Hostess

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest warmly and professionally upon arrival
• Manage reservations, waitlists, and seating flow
• Use Resy or reservation system to organize tables and guest notes
• Communicate wait times clearly and politely
• Escort guests to tables and present menus
• Support table rotation to ensure fair and efficient seating
• Communicate with servers, managers, and bussers during service
• Read reservation notes, allergies, celebrations, and special requests before service
• Keep the host stand clean, organized, and stocked
• Assist with answering phones and guest inquiries
• Maintain a calm and professional attitude during busy brunch service
• Follow Little Hen hospitality and appearance standards

Requirements

• Previous host/hostess experience preferred
• Experience with Resy or reservation systems is a plus
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Friendly, professional, and polished appearance
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Must be available weekends and holidays
• Morning and daytime availability required

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Opportunity to join a new restaurant opening
• Beautiful and professional work environment
• Training and support from leadership
• Growth opportunities within the company
• Morning and daytime schedule

How to Apply

Please apply with your resume and availability. Qualified candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview.

Little Hen Fort Lauderdale is hiring immediately. We are looking for positive, organized, and hospitality-focused team members who can create a memorable first impression for every guest.