Host - Join Us Now!
Posted on October 24, 2025
Red Lobster is a well-established family-owned restaurant chain that has been serving its guests for over fifty years. With more than 500 locations, Red Lobster has become synonymous with quality seafood and a welcoming dining experience. The company prides itself on its deep community ties, where guests enjoy not just meals but memorable moments with family and friends. With a consistent focus on hospitality and quality, Red Lobster has grown from a single local eatery to a beloved national brand that emphasizes friendliness, high standards, and a strong sense of belonging among customers and employees alike.
Joining Red Lobster as a Host means becoming an integral part of this vibrant and expanding hospitality family. This full-time position is designed for individuals who enjoy interacting with people, ensuring excellent first impressions, and contributing to a smooth flow of dining service. As a Host, you will be the welcoming face of the restaurant, responsible for greeting every guest warmly, managing wait times, and guiding them to their seats in a friendly and efficient manner. Your role will directly influence guest satisfaction by providing attentive service and creating memorable experiences from the moment guests walk through the door until their farewell.
Red Lobster values its employees, offering competitive wages with weekly pay and flexible scheduling to accommodate various lifestyle needs. Benefits include options for affordable medical, dental, and vision plans starting at less than ten dollars a week, life insurance, short-term disability coverage, and voluntary benefits. Additionally, team members can participate in a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match after one year of service. The company also provides anniversary pay for eligible employees, discounted meals during shifts, and a 25 percent discount when dining as a guest. Importantly, Red Lobster invests in employee growth by offering training opportunities and career advancement pathways within the organization.
Working as a Host at Red Lobster requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment. Physical demands include the ability to stand for long periods during shifts, move throughout the restaurant, and safely lift up to 30 pounds. Prospective employees must meet minimum age requirements and be authorized to work in their country of employment. Red Lobster is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to ensure an inclusive and supportive work environment.
Red Lobster is excited about its future and the evolution of its brand. With ongoing plans to enhance service and guest experiences, it is an excellent time to join the Red Lobster family. The company values diversity and inclusivity, offering equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status. Becoming a Host at Red Lobster means more than just taking a job; it is about joining a community where big plans and bright futures are being built together.
                - Must meet the minimum age requirement
 - Authorized to work in the country you are applying
 - Ability to bend, reach, stoop and lift up to 30 pounds safely
 - Ability to move about the restaurant and remain standing for an 8 - 12 hour shift
 - Team player with attention to detail and ability to multi-task