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MMorton's The Steakhouse
Host / Hostess (Upscale / Fine Dining)
Morton's The Steakhouse
Host📍 San DiegoInquire for pay

Host job at Morton's The Steakhouse in San Diego.

Apply now → 6 wks ago
IInvited (ClubCorp)
Host
Invited (ClubCorp)
Host📍 San DiegoOpen to discussion

Host job at Invited (ClubCorp) in San Diego.

Apply now → 6 wks ago
MMiguel's Old Town
Host-EXPERIENCE A PLUS!!!
Miguel's Old Town
Host📍 San DiegoOpen to discussion

Upscale restaurant seeking a skilled host with experience to provide a warm welcome to guests. A friendly and attentive demeanor is a must. Competitive venue with great opportunities.

Apply now → 7 wks ago
FFish Market Downtown
Experienced LEAD Host at The Fish Market
Fish Market Downtown
Host📍 San DiegoOpen to discussion

Upscale seafood restaurant seeks a lead host with exceptional hospitality skills. A charismatic and organized individual is needed to manage front-of-house operations. Competitive pay and opportunities for advancement are offered.

Apply now → 10 wks ago
CCA - Postino Del Mar (San Diego)
Host
CA - Postino Del Mar (San Diego)
Host📍 San DiegoOpen to discussion

Upscale restaurant group seeks a charismatic host to deliver exceptional guest experiences. A warm and organized individual is needed to set the tone for outstanding dining. Competitive perks are offered.

Apply now → 11 wks ago
MMiguel's Cocina Old Town
Host
Miguel's Cocina Old Town
Host📍 San DiegoOpen to discussion

Upscale restaurant seeks a charismatic host to provide exceptional guest experiences. A warm and organized individual is needed to manage reservations and seating. Competitive pay and opportunities for advancement are offered.

Apply now → 14 wks ago
KKetch Grill & Taps Point Loma
Host
Ketch Grill & Taps Point Loma
Host📍 San DiegoOpen to discussion

Upscale restaurant seeks a charismatic host to provide exceptional guest experiences. A warm and organized individual is needed to manage reservations and seating. Competitive pay and opportunities for advancement are offered.

Apply now → 14 wks ago
TTopsail
Host (Hourly Plus Tips)
Topsail
Host📍 San DiegoOpen to discussion

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Apply now → 14 wks ago
PPortside Pier
Host/Hostess (Hourly plus TIPS)
Portside Pier
Host📍 San DiegoOpen to discussion

Upscale restaurant seeking a friendly host to provide exceptional guest experiences. Hourly pay plus tips offered for the right candidate. A warm and welcoming demeanor is required.

Apply now → 14 wks ago
TTop of the Market
Host - Fine Dining
Top of the Market
Host📍 San DiegoOpen to discussion

Upscale fine dining establishment seeks a charismatic host to deliver exceptional guest experiences. A warm and organized individual is needed to set the tone for outstanding service. Competitive pay and perks are offered.

Apply now → 14 wks ago
PPortside Pier -The Brigantine
Host
Portside Pier -The Brigantine
Host📍 San DiegoOpen to discussion

Upscale restaurant seeks a charismatic host to deliver exceptional guest experiences. A warm and organized individual is needed to thrive in this role. Competitive pay and perks are offered.

Apply now → 14 wks ago
PPortside Pier Miguel's
Host
Portside Pier Miguel's
Host📍 San DiegoOpen to discussion

Upscale restaurant seeks a warm and organized host to deliver exceptional guest experiences. A people-person with a keen sense of hospitality is a must. Competitive pay and perks included.

Apply now → 14 wks ago
MMiguel's Point Loma
Host
Miguel's Point Loma
Host📍 San DiegoOpen to discussion

Upscale restaurant seeking a charismatic host to deliver exceptional guest experiences. A warm and organized individual is needed to thrive in this role. Competitive pay and opportunities for advancement are offered.

Apply now → 14 wks ago
FFish Market Downtown
Host at The Fish Market
Fish Market Downtown
Host📍 San DiegoOpen to discussion

The Fish Market seeks a charismatic host to deliver exceptional guest experiences. A friendly and organized individual is needed to thrive in this role. Outstanding hospitality skills are a must.

Apply now → 14 wks ago
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FAQ

How do I get a host job in San Diego?
The fastest route in San Diego is being seen by the right venues before a role is even posted. Build a profile that shows your real work — photos, experience and personality — keep your availability current, and let bars and clubs reach out to you directly. San Diego bar hiring moves on referrals and reputation, not résumé blasts.
Do you need experience to work as a host in San Diego?
Plenty of San Diego venues hire and train newcomers and promote from within, so you can break in without years of experience. A strong portfolio of real shifts helps, but attitude, speed and reliability win most host jobs here.
How much do hosts make in San Diego?
San Diego hosts at Gaslamp clubs and waterfront restaurants run the room’s flow — busy tourist-season nights drive strong demand. Most working San Diego hosts take home roughly $130–$260 an hour.
What is Startender?
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