Host - Join Us Now!
Posted on October 24, 2025
Red Lobster is a renowned family-owned restaurant chain established over fifty years ago with a vision to connect people to seafood and the coastal experience. With more than 500 locations, Red Lobster has become a beloved dining destination known not only for its quality food but also for its warm, community-centered approach. Guests feel at home with every visit, forging new friendships and becoming part of the extended Red Lobster family. The company is committed to hiring passionate individuals who want to grow with them and share the joy of memorable dining experiences with their communities.
The role of a Host at Red Lobster is pivotal to delivering the exceptional hospitality that defines the brand. As the first point of contact for guests, the Host ensures that every visitor feels genuinely welcomed from the moment they arrive until they depart. This position offers competitive wages with weekly pay and flexible scheduling, allowing for a harmonious work-life balance. Additional benefits include affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life insurance, short-term disability, and a range of voluntary benefits. After one year of service, team members become eligible to participate in the 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match, supporting long-term financial wellness. Anniversary pay and discounted meals both during shifts and as guests of the restaurant add further value to working at Red Lobster.
In this role, you will be responsible for greeting guests with a smile, providing accurate wait times, and managing reservations to optimize seating and enhance the dining experience. Your attention to detail and genuine care will help cater to guests’ special requests and ensure they feel valued throughout their visit. Escorting guests to their tables and offering a smooth transition to their dining experience is key, as is leaving them with a warm farewell and an open invitation to return. Collaboration with the team to maintain a guest-focused environment is essential, as every decision you make should prioritize the comfort and satisfaction of both guests and team members.
Physical demands for this role include the ability to bend, reach, stoop, and safely lift up to 30 pounds, along with moving about the restaurant and standing for 8 to 12 hours during shifts. Red Lobster values inclusivity and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to successfully perform their duties.
Employees at Red Lobster become part of a culture called the "Lobster Life," which emphasizes living the company’s core values: respect, integrity, genuine caring, hospitality, teamwork, excellence, and fun. This culture fosters a supportive environment where every team member is encouraged to learn, grow, and celebrate milestones together. Red Lobster is also deeply committed to sustainability and social responsibility, aiming to positively impact not only the present but future generations through mindful decision-making and community involvement.
Joining Red Lobster means becoming part of an equal opportunity employer that respects diversity and inclusion at all levels. The company actively ensures a welcoming workplace regardless of age, race, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. Those who take pride in delivering excellent guest experiences and are passionate about teamwork and personal growth will find rewarding opportunities to advance within the Red Lobster family. There is no better time to join this growing community with exciting plans ahead.
                - Must meet the minimum age requirement and 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