Host/Hostess

Welcome to The Columbo Group | The team behind: The Blues Kitchen, Jazz Café, Phonox, Maiden Voyage Festival, Eastern Electrics Festival and The Old Queens Head.

We are looking for a restaurant Host to join our talented Front of House team at The Blues Kitchen. As our Host, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that the highest levels of service are provided to all our amazing guests and overseeing our table booking systems to optimise restaurant capacity. You’ll be taking reservations over the telephone while also supporting the day to day running of the restaurant. Most importantly, you will be the first person our guests meet, and the last person to see them out. We're looking for a charismatic individual who can make a lasting impression and build strong rapport, turning our guests into regulars.

Benefits at The Columbo Group

At The Columbo Group, it is our utmost priority to ensure each individual feels supported and valued as part of our teams. Joining our family allows you to access the following:

• Industry-leading pay

• Free guest list to our events and festivals.

• Wholesome team meals before each shift.

• 40% discount across all of The Columbo Group venues.

• Best in class training and development opportunities - ambitious team members are encouraged to enrol into the prestigious Columbo Academy.

• Wine, Spirit and Sake (WSET) training scheme enrolment opportunities.

• Team get togethers including an invitation to our renowned End of Year celebration party at the Jazz Cafe.

• Bottomless soft drinks on shift.

• Pension Plan

The award winning Blues Kitchen is one of Manchester's most loved and legendary venues. Stunningly beautiful, it is the perfect space to soak up a live soundtrack of timeless blues and soul from world famous resident musicians. With all American favourites on the menu and an expertly curated selection of the world’s finest bourbon, The Blues Kitchen stands as one of the UK’s most loved experiences.

You can see us in action here: @theblueskitchenmcr | @the_columbo_group

The Columbo Group is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, disability, and veteran status.