Host(ess) - Join Us Now!
Posted on October 24, 2025
Fogo de Chao is a celebrated Brazilian steakhouse chain that brings the authentic culinary art of Churrasco to dining tables around the world. Renowned for its traditional gaucho-style barbecue, Fogo de Chao offers guests a unique dining experience that blends exceptional flavors with warm hospitality. The brand is deeply committed to creating memorable experiences not only for its guests but also to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for its team members. Fogo de Chao's mission emphasizes igniting joy and care in all aspects, from team culture to guest service and community engagement. This dedication to excellence and integrity has established Fogo de Chao as a leader in the upscale dining sector, where teamwork, humility, and a passion for quality come together to deliver outstanding service.
The position of Host / Hostess / Greeter at Fogo de Chao plays a vital role in shaping the first impression guests have when they visit. This role is essential in delivering a welcoming and professional atmosphere by greeting guests warmly, managing seating arrangements, and ensuring the lobby area is organized and clean. The host or hostess is the face of the restaurant’s hospitality, responsible for facilitating a smooth and enjoyable guest experience from arrival to departure. This position demands a friendly demeanor, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently during busy periods. Beyond guest interactions, hosts and hostesses contribute to overall operational flow by performing beginning and closing duties, which help maintain the restaurant’s high standards.
Fogo de Chao prioritizes the wellbeing and growth of its team members, offering comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time hourly employees after 60 days of employment. The company also provides life insurance and short-term disability coverage, along with a voluntary benefits package that includes critical illness, accident coverage, hospital indemnity, permanent life, and pet insurance. Part-time employees have access to a minimum essential health coverage plan plus dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance options with enrollment starting shortly after hiring. The inclusive benefits extend to voluntary options like legal assistance and identity protection. Importantly, Fogo de Chao cultivates a work environment founded on its core values of teamwork, integrity, excellence, humility, and the supportive culture described by 'Deixa Comigo'—meaning ‘we've got you.’
Employment at Fogo de Chao is an opportunity to join a company that not only feeds guests with exceptional food but also feeds its people with opportunity, respect, and a purposeful career path. The company actively supports professional and personal development along all levels of employment, creating space where every team member feels valued and empowered. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in fast-paced, guest-centric environments and who are passionate about delivering exceptional hospitality with warmth, efficiency, and grace.
- Must be able to transport objects up to 25 lbs
- must be able to stand for long periods of time
- must be able to work at a quick pace
- must be able to work weekends and holidays