Host - Paradies Lagardère- Davio's - Join Us Now!
Posted on October 24, 2025
Paradies Lagardere is a leading travel retail and food service company specializing in providing high-quality dining experiences across various locations, including airports and travel hubs. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, Paradies Lagardere has established a reputation for delivering outstanding customer service and creating memorable experiences for guests. As a company deeply rooted in family values, Paradies Lagardere emphasizes the importance of trust, respect, integrity, first-class service, innovation, and commitment—collectively known as TRIFIC. These core values guide the company’s operations and team culture, fostering an environment that motivates employees to excel and grow professionally.
The Host position at Paradies Lagardere is an entry-level but pivotal role focused on ensuring every guest feels welcomed and valued from the moment they arrive. This position requires a candidate who embodies a positive company image by consistently demonstrating courteous, friendly, and efficient service with a smile. As a Host, you will be responsible for managing guest seating in coordination with the front-of-house team, providing accurate wait time information, and facilitating an overall smooth and enjoyable dining experience. Your role is not only to greet and seat guests but also to maintain the appearance and cleanliness of the host stand, handle to-go order transactions accurately using the point-of-sale system, and assist servers and food runners as needed.
Success in this role hinges on the ability to exceed First Class Service standards by engaging with guests in a professional, warm, and enthusiastic manner. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, collaborating closely with your team, and addressing any customer concerns proactively to ensure complete satisfaction. Working at Paradies Lagardere offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and continuous improvement, where your positive attitude and strong work ethic will be recognized and rewarded.
This position requires physical stamina, such as standing for extended periods, lifting up to 25 pounds, and maneuvering heavy trays. It also demands excellent communication skills in English, strong organizational abilities, and the flexibility to work various shifts in a seven-day, year-round operational environment. Paradies Lagardere fosters an inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer, committed to complying with all federal employment laws and regulations. If you are passionate about guest service and looking to build a career in the food and beverage industry with a respected global brand, this Host position offers a rewarding start with ample opportunities for growth and development.
- High school diploma or GED
- Food and beverage experience in a full service setting preferred but not required
- Ability to take direction and collaborate in a team environment
- Ability to work in a high energy and demanding environment
- Effective communication skills
- Able to work unsupervised for long periods and demonstrate good judgment
- Ability to lift 25 lbs
- Ability to stand for long periods and work in varying temperatures