VIP Host (Event Entry & Guest Experience)

VIP Host (Event Entry & Guest Experience) (Onsite - Washington, DC)The Park at 14th is a vibrant, upscale casual restaurant known for its exceptional food, craft cocktails, and lively atmosphere. We are committed to providing our guests with an unforgettable dining experience through impeccable service and a warm, welcoming ambiance.Job SummaryThe Park at 14th is seeking a polished, personable, and detail-oriented VIP Host to manage guest arrival and entry operations for our nightlife and special events. This role is essential to delivering the standard of unreasonable hospitality The Park is known for.From the moment guests arrive, the VIP Host ensures a seamless, elevated experience for everyone — especially high-profile and VIP guests.

This is a guest-facing, fast-paced role requiring discretion, professionalism, and a strong presence at the front door.Key ResponsibilitiesWelcome guests warmly and manage entry with confidence, charisma, and professionalismPersonally greet VIP clients, special guests, and high-profile attendees with discretion and careConfirm guest names on VIP lists and reservation manifestsManage guest access through scanning tickets, checking lists, and verifying credentialsOversee wristband distribution, age verification, and tiered access based on event setupTrack and report attendance, particularly during high-volume or multi-event eveningsCollaborate with security, hosts, and managers to manage line flow and door operationsCoordinate VIP or bottle service check-ins with internal staffMaintain a refined appearance and welcoming front-of-house presenceEnsure line flow and front entry area reflect the high standards of The Park experienceAdapt quickly to event-specific needs (Skip the Line access, early arrivals, multiple event layers)QualificationsPrior experience in high-end nightlife, hospitality, or VIP guest services strongly preferredExcellent interpersonal and communication skills — confident and composed, with a smile, in high-energy settingsStrong attention to detail, professionalism, and discretion when working with high-profile guestsAble to multitask and adapt quickly to changing guest lists or event flowComfortable with digital check-in tools, ticket scanning, guest list software, and payment systemsAbility to work evenings, late nights, weekends, and holidays as neededComfortable with ticket scanning systems, cover tracking, and digital paymentsAble to troubleshoot crowd flow and adjust check-in setups quickly and calmlyProfessional appearance, strong communication skills, and a positive, solutions-oriented attitude