About the Role
Edina Country Club is hiring a Lead Host to support our dining operations and provide welcoming, organized, and high-quality guest experience. This position is ideal for hospitality professionals who enjoy member interaction, have strong organizational skills, and can lead front‑of‑house flow during service.
The Lead Host is primarily responsible for managing the host stand, overseeing seating strategy, and ensuring smooth and efficient dining room operations. The Lead Host may also provide guidance and support to other host team members during service.
Manage reservations, waitlists, and seating flow to ensure balanced service across all dining areas.
Answer phone calls promptly and professionally, including handling reservations and to‑go orders.
Maintain a strong understanding of dining room layout, table numbers, and server sections.
Communicate effectively with servers, managers, and kitchen staff to support efficient service.
Assist in training and guiding host team members to ensure consistency in service standards.
Monitor dining room activity and adjust seating strategy as needed to maintain service flow.
Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper stocking of the host stand and entry areas.
Conduct light housekeeping checks in guest‑facing areas.
Maintain knowledge of menus, hours of operation, and club events.
Ensure compliance with service standards, policies, and applicable regulations.
Must be available to work Thursday through Saturday.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Edina Country Club is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the role.
Fast‑paced front‑of‑house dining environment, including indoor and outdoor areas.
Moderate to high noise levels from guests, staff, and service activity.
Close collaboration with front‑of‑house staff, management, and culinary team.
Direct interaction with members and guests to maintain a high‑quality experience.
Competitive hourly pay
Complimentary meal during shifts
Flexible schedule
Medical, dental, accident and life insurance
Employer paid life insurance
Paid company holidays
Edina Country Club is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability, or any other category that may be protected by law.
Edina Country Club