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title: Lobby Lounge Host at Accor in Santa Monica, CA
description: Accor is hiring for the Lobby Lounge Host role in Santa Monica, CA. Pays $27.23–$34.04
  per hour. See the full description and apply.
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| **Company** | Accor |
| **Location** | Santa Monica, CA |
| **Salary** | $27.23/hr - $34.04/hr |
| **Type** | Full Time |
| **Posted** | Sep 21, 2026 |
## Description

Situated atop the scenic bluffs overlooking Santa Monica Beach, Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows is just a stone's throw away from some of Southern California’s best attractions including Santa Monica Pier and its historic carousel as well as Third Street Promenade -- famous for its fine restaurants, live entertainment, movie theatres, shopping, local artists' scene and a weekly farmer’s market.

**What is in it for you:**

- Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family
- Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
- Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21
- Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities. The sky is your limit
- Pay Rate Range: $27.23-$34.04 USD Gross hourly

Reporting to Food & Beverage Leadership, you are the heartbeat of the guest arrival experience. A genuine smile, cheerful energy, and graceful composure are essential. As the first point of contact, you set the tone for a luxury dining experience by ensuring every guest feels welcomed, recognized, and personally valued from the moment they arrive. Guest Experience & First Impressions

**What You Will Be Doing**

You are responsible for creating an elevated first impression and managing the flow of the dining room with warmth, precision, and professionalism.

**Guest Experience & First Impressions**

· Greet every guest within 5 feet and 5 seconds with eye contact, a warm smile, and sincere welcome  
· Use guest names when known and introduce yourself to create a personal connection  
· Read guest cues to anticipate purpose of visit (celebration, business, leisure, etc.)  
· Communicate guest preferences, milestones, and special occasions to the service team  
· Escort guests to tables at a comfortable pace and provide gracious seating assistance when appropriate  
· Deliver thoughtful farewells, thanking guests personally and inviting return visits  
· Handle guest concerns with empathy, urgency, and ownership

**Anticipatory & Personalized Service**

· Review VIPs, reservations, and special occasions prior to service  
· Communicate guest preferences, allergies, and notes to the team  
· Update guest profiles in OpenTable after visits to enhance personalization  
· Anticipate guest needs before they are requested (seating, accessibility, etc.)  
· Maintain awareness of dining room atmosphere and guest flow at all times

**Floor & Reservation Management**

· Manage seating, reservations, and table pacing using OpenTable  
· Respond to reservation inquiries promptly and professionally  
· Book future reservations accurately, capturing guest preferences and details  
· Manage wait times transparently and provide comfortable waiting experiences

**Dining Room Presentation & Upkeep**

· Maintain cleanliness and organization of menus and notify management when replacements are needed  
· Ensure dining room remains visually polished throughout service  
· Assist with light table maintenance and support service staff when needed  
· Maintain impeccable personal presentation at all times  
· Follow all service, safety, and sanitation standards

· Previous Food & Beverage experience in an upscale or luxury environment required  
· Experience with POS and reservation systems required (OpenTable strongly preferred)  
· Knowledge of the Los Angeles and Santa Monica dining scene required  
· Strong understanding of Forbes 5-star / LQA service standards  
· Ability to remain calm, poised, and professional under pressure  
· Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities  
· Natural warmth, hospitality mindset, and guest-first attitude  
· Strong attention to detail and ability to read guest behavior and needs  
· Team-oriented with willingness to support all areas of service

**Physical Requirements**

· Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8 hours)  
· Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally  
· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent movement

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
## Skills

- Cleanliness
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Sanitation
- Linguistic Quality Assurance
- Empathy
- Web Accessibility
- Store Presentation
- Human Resources
- Attention to Detail
- OpenTable
- Maintenance
- Reservation Systems
- Organizational Skills
- Reservation Management
- Personalization
## Benefits

- Professional Development

## How to Apply

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