Restaurant Host

About Us

Maleza is a lively, chef-driven restaurant at Drift Palm Springs — built around bold flavors, vibrant energy, and thoughtful hospitality. More than just a restaurant, Maleza is a place where guests gather, celebrate, and connect.

We believe great hospitality starts the moment a guest walks through the door.

What You’ll Do

• Welcome guests with warmth and professionalism
• Manage reservations and waitlists through Resy
• Seat guests strategically to support service flow
• Communicate guest notes and table assignments to servers
• Help maintain pace between front and back of house
• Support bussing and table resets as needed
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of host stand and entry

What We’re Looking For

• Hospitality-minded and naturally guest-focused
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Calm and composed in a high-energy environment
• Detail-oriented with strong situational awareness
• Prior host/restaurant experience preferred, but not require

Why Join Us

• Competitive pay
• Growth opportunities within an expanding hospitality group
• Employee dining and hotel discounts
• Opportunity to work with a thoughtful, hospitality-driven tea

To Apply

If you love hospitality, thrive in lively environments, and know how to make people feel genuinely welcome, we’d love to meet you.