Lead Host

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Lore Group

Compensation

$22 - 24

Riggs Washington DC

On-site

Posted April 10, 2026

Job Description

Riggs Washington DC sits on the iconic downtown corner of Penn Quarter’s 9th and F Street in a historic building once home to Riggs National Bank. Each of the Hotel’s 181 guest rooms offers a playful nod to the building’s legacy. Riggs is home to the all-occasion European brasserie-inspired restaurant Café Riggs, as well as Silver Lyan – a subterranean bar from the internationally acclaimed Ryan Chetiyawardana, also known as Mr Lyan.

You're the first face guests see and the quiet force that keeps service flowing. At Café Riggs, our grand American brasserie beneath soaring marble columns, the Lead Host shapes the entire dining experience from the moment someone walks through the door.

Key Responsibilities

Guest experience

Warmly welcome every guest and set the tone for their visit
Manage reservations and walk-ins to maximise table turns without sacrificing hospitality
Handle special requests and resolve concerns swiftly and graciously

Team leadership

Train, mentor, and inspire the host team to deliver consistent, elevated service
Lead pre-shift briefings covering reservations, VIP guests, and service priorities
Act as the bridge between the dining room, hotel front desk, and culinary team

Operations & administration

Oversee seating flow and table assignments across all meal periods
Maintain the reservation system with guest notes, preferences, and feedback
Build and manage the host schedule to cover all service periods
Own menu printing, paper inventory, and daily reporting

Hourly wage : $22 - 24

Benefits

At Riggs Washington DC we are committed to giving our employees the skills and support required to deliver extraordinary experiences, and most importantly, to grow in their careers. On top of this we also like to offer our teams a wide range of benefits including:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (for full-time employees)
6 complimentary nights a year at any Lore Group hotel
Lore Group Employee & Immediate Family Rates
Lore Group Friend and Family Rates
50% Employee discount and 25% Friends and Family discount at over 800 partner hotels via Lore Discovery
50% discount in Lore Group restaurants and bars
10 Days Vacation - Plus every year an extra day
Company Paid Life Insurance 1.5X annual salary
Employee Assistance Program
Referral Incentive
401K with 5% Match
Training and Development Programs
Additional perks via United Healthcare
Complimentary Employee Meals
Employee Recognition programs

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lore Group does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based upon race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family responsibilities, genetic information, matriculation, or political affiliation. We will make any reasonable effort to ensure that all applicants and employees receive equal opportunity in personnel matters, including recruiting, selection, training, placement, promotion, wages and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions.

Location: Washington, DC