Host/Hostess

Host/Hostess

Houston, United States

Company
Seasons 52
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
Via
Careers - Seasons 52

Job Description
For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below

Work in a team-oriented, high-volume, fast-paced, guest-centric environment to provide guests with a fresh dining experience that celebrates living well by:

Demonstrating genuine hospitality and setting the stage for an exceptional Dining Experience by making every single guest feel welcome at the door and
• Engaging in friendly conversation as you seat guests in a timely fashion
• Introducing guests to their server
• Managing restaurant waiting list during high volume to accurately set guest expectations
• Always sincerely thanking guests as they leave and inviting them to return
• Cleaning and sanitizing Guest touch points in the restaurant
• Team Members receive competitive salary with weekly pay
• Paid Sick Leave (1 hour for every 30 hours worked, begin accruing upon hire up to 40 hours per calendar year)
• Flexible schedules
• Health and Wealth benefits
• Dining and other discounts
• Career Advancement opportunities
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Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs in United States

Q What is the federal minimum wage for non-tipped restaurant workers like cooks or dishwashers in the United States in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor sets the federal minimum wage at $7.25 per hour for covered non-exempt workers, unchanged since July 24, 2009, and applicable in 2026. Overtime pay is required at 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Many states have higher minimum wages exceeding $15 per hour.
Q What is the minimum cash wage for tipped servers in US restaurants in 2026 if tips don't meet the full minimum?
The federal minimum cash wage for tipped employees is $2.13 per hour as of 2026; employers must ensure tips plus cash wage equal at least $7.25 per hour or make up the difference. This rule applies to servers, bartenders, and bussers who customarily receive more than $30 per month in tips. Tip pooling is allowed if it benefits tipped employees only.
Q What is the median annual wage for waiters and waitresses in US restaurants in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median annual wage for waiters and waitresses at $36,460, or $17.53 per hour, based on May 2023 data serving as the benchmark for 2026. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $21,760, while the highest 10 percent earned more than $56,680 annually. Wages include tips as part of total earnings.
Q What visa is required for foreign workers to take seasonal restaurant jobs like servers in the US in 2026?
The H-2B visa allows temporary non-agricultural workers for seasonal restaurant jobs, with a statutory annual cap of 66,000 visas for FY 2026 split as 33,000 per half-year. Employers must obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL before filing Form I-129 with USCIS, with fees of $460 for the petition. Processing takes 2-4 months plus premium processing option for 15 days at $1,685.
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