Top 329 Front of house staff Jobs in Santa Monica Ca

Palma Host (Part-Time)
Santa Monica Proper Hotel —Santa Monica, CA
- $23.20 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
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Front of the House Staff
The Boiling Crab —Los Angeles, CA
- $17.87 an hour
- Part-time
- Casual dining restaurant
- No education required
- Sales
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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FRONT OF HOUSE STAFF (NEW RESTAURANT OPENING) | The Kickin' Crab Koreatown
The Kickin' Crab —Los Angeles, CA
- From $18.42 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Cash register
- In-person
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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3d
Front of House - Cashier
GOTTS PARTNERS LP —Santa Monica, CA
- $18.47 - $23.23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Restaurant
11d
Palma Runner (Part-time)
SANTA MONICA PROPER —Santa Monica, CA
- $19.25 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- Fair chance
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Server
Lielle —Los Angeles, CA
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Sales
- Basic math
- Sanitation
- Employee discount
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Restaurant Host
PLAYA PROPER HM LLC —Los Angeles, CA
- $22.43 an hour
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
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4d
Front of House Associate
Health Nut —Culver City, CA
- From $18.50 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Fast casual restaurant
- In-person
- Restaurant
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Front of house staff
OXACA LIVE —Los Angeles, CA
- $18.42 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- 401(k)
- Opportunities for advancement
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Bar Apprentice
8451 MELROSE EATERY LLC —West Hollywood, CA
- Bar
- Sales
- Restaurant
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Cocktail Server
Tao Group Hospitality —Los Angeles, CA
- $18.42 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
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4d
Bartender / Fine Dining
Venice Steakhouse —Venice, CA
- $17.87 - $50.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Bar
- 5 years
- Basic math
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
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9d
Calabra Runner
SANTA MONICA PROPER —Santa Monica, CA
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- Fair chance
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PM Back Server/ Busser(WEEKENDS ARE A MUST)
Terratorry SM LLC. —Santa Monica, CA
- $18.47 - $28.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- In-person
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4d
Busser
Bel-Air Bay Club - Distinguished Emerald Club Award Winner —Pacific Palisades, CA
- $22.50 - $23.00 an hour
- Overtime
- ServSafe
- English
- High school diploma or GED
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4d
Host
Yume Sushi Bar —Calabasas, CA
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- 21 years or older
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Employee discount
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3d
Front Office Agent
1 Hotel West Hollywood, L.L.C. —West Hollywood, CA
- Full-time
- Hotel
- 1 year
- Entry level
11d
Cashier/Barista
MRKT Cafe + Cater —Playa Vista, CA
- From $18.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Serving
- Customer service
- Travel
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Sommelier
Round One Delicious USA, Inc. —Los Angeles, CA
- $78,000 - $85,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- 3 years
- Presentation skills
- Continuous improvement
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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4d
Restaurant Operations Manager
TTFB CA LLC. —Los Angeles, CA
- $72,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Palma Host (Part-Time)

Santa Monica Proper Hotel
Santa Monica, CA

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Job Details

Part-time
$23.20 an hour

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

Guest Greeting & Reception:

Greet guests with a friendly, professional demeanor as they arrive at the restaurant, ensuring they feel welcomed and valued.

Maintain a positive and helpful attitude, providing guests with information about the restaurant’s menu, specials, and wait times.

Escort guests to their designated tables, assist with seating arrangements, and ensure that they are comfortable.

Establish rapport with guests by remembering their preferences and special requests to enhance their dining experience.

Reservations & Waitlist Management:

Manage restaurant reservations through phone, email, or reservation system, ensuring accuracy in booking details (e.g., guest count, special requests).

Maintain and update the waitlist, notifying guests promptly when their table is ready.

Monitor dining room flow, balancing the seating arrangements and ensuring timely seating of guests, especially during peak hours.

Coordination & Communication:

Coordinate with the front-of-house and kitchen teams to ensure smooth guest transitions, seating, and timely service.

Communicate with the server team to ensure that they are informed of guest preferences, special requests, or any dietary restrictions.

Assist in managing guest flow during peak dining times to prevent bottlenecks and ensure that all guests are seated in a timely manner.

Answer phone calls and address guest inquiries regarding menu items, wait times, special events, and restaurant policies.

Guest Experience & Problem Resolution:

Monitor the dining area to ensure guests are enjoying their experience, and proactively address any guest concerns or needs.

Handle guest complaints or issues with professionalism, escalating to management if necessary, and ensuring the issue is resolved swiftly and satisfactorily.

Maintain a calm and composed demeanor, even during busy or high-pressure periods, ensuring a positive environment for both guests and staff.

Team Support:

Work closely with the server, bartender, and management teams to ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction.

Assist in the training of new hosts, sharing best practices for guest service and operations.

Provide support during busy times by helping to answer phones, assist with coat checks, or help guests with additional requests.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Previous experience in a customer service or hospitality role, particularly in a restaurant, is preferred.

Familiarity with reservation systems, phone etiquette, and customer service standards.

Experience handling guest inquiries, managing waitlists, and working in a high-volume environment is a plus.

Skills/Specialized Knowledge

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with guests and team members in a friendly and professional manner.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to maintain composure and professionalism during busy dining hours and high-stress situations.

Proficient in handling guest reservations, managing waitlists, and using reservation software or systems.

Physical Demands

Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the restaurant for extended periods.

Ability to lift and carry items such as menus, supplies, or occasionally heavier items like seating materials.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with frequent interaction with guests.

Why Join Proper Hospitality

At Proper, we build experiences that move people — and that begins with the team behind them. As a best-in-class employer, we’re committed to creating one of the Best Places to Work in hospitality by nurturing a culture where creativity, excellence, and humanity thrive together.

Everything we do is grounded in the belief that hospitality is more than a profession - it’s an opportunity to care for others and make lives better. Guided by the Pillars of Proper, we show up with warmth and authenticity (Care Proper), strive for excellence in everything we do (Achieve Proper), think creatively and resourcefully (Imagine Proper), and take pride in the style and culture that make us who we are (Present Proper).

We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we invest deeply in their wellbeing, growth, and sense of belonging. From comprehensive benefits to meaningful development programs, Proper is designed to help you build a career, and a life, that feels as inspiring as the experiences we create for our guests.

Our Commitment: Building the Best Place to Work

Our Best Place to Work initiative is a living commitment — a continuous investment in our people, our culture, and our purpose. We listen, learn, and evolve together to create an environment where everyone feels empowered to imagine boldly, achieve confidently, care deeply, and present themselves authentically.

At Proper, joining the team means more than finding a job — it means joining a community that believes in building beautiful experiences together, for our guests and for one another.

Proper Hospitality is an equal-opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other federally or state-protected category.

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with local Fair Chance Hiring Ordinances.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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