The Bistro at Childress Vineyards is seeking a polished, professional, and team-oriented Host / Food Runner to support both the guest arrival experience and dining room service. This dual-role position plays a key part in delivering a seamless, elevated dining experience—from the moment guests arrive to the timely delivery of their meals.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment and enjoys both direct guest interaction and behind-the-scenes service support.
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Provide a warm, professional welcome to all guests, creating a positive and lasting first impression
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Manage seating and table flow efficiently while balancing guest preferences and server rotation
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Escort guests to tables, present menus, and ensure a smooth handoff to service staff
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Maintain and manage waitlists, accurately quoting and updating wait times
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Answer phones, assist with reservations, and respond to guest inquiries in a timely and professional manner
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Engage with guests to ensure satisfaction and communicate menu features, specials, and winery offerings
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Support servers by running food at certain times
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Deliver food quickly, accurately, and with proper presentation standards
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Communicate effectively with kitchen and service teams to ensure efficient ticket flow
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Ensure correct food delivery, including accommodating modifications and special requests
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Maintain cleanliness, organization, and stocking of service stations and dining areas
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Collaborate with frontofhouse and backofhouse teams to ensure smooth daily operations
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Monitor and clean dining room, lobby, and restroom areas to uphold cleanliness and presentation standards
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Assist with togo orders and basic payment processing as needed
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Adapt between host and food runner responsibilities based on business needs
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Consistently uphold Childress Vineyards’ standards of hospitality, professionalism, and service excellence
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Positive, professional demeanor with strong interpersonal and communication skills
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Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fastpaced environment
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Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency
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Teamoriented mindset with a willingness to support multiple areas of service
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Previous restaurant, hosting, or food running experience preferred
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Availability to work weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings
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Must be able to successfully complete a background check and drug screening
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Must be at least 18 years of age
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Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, up to and including the duration of a full shift
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Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 45 pounds on a regular basis
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Ability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive motions
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Ability to safely and efficiently navigate a fastpaced, crowded dining environment
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Comfortable working in both indoor and outdoor settings, including exposure to varying temperatures and kitchen heat
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Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with guests and team members
If you’re looking to be part of a dynamic team that values hospitality, teamwork, and excellence, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Bistro experience at Childress Vineyards.
Founded in 2004 by NASCAR team owner Richard Childress, Childress Vineyards is a premier winery in North Carolina’s Yadkin Valley AVA. Spanning over 70 acres across two estate vineyards, we cultivate 15 European Vitis vinifera varieties, producing more than 30 award-winning wines. Our meticulous winemaking process has earned us over 750 medals, including Double Gold and Best of Show honors. Rooted in passion and tradition, Childress Vineyards offers an exceptional wine experience, blending world-class craftsmanship with southern hospitality. Join our team and be part of a legacy built on excellence.
