Host - Las Vegas, Nevada, , United States

Spiegelworld creates genre-defying live entertainment destinations for savvy, seen-it-all adult audiences—blending daring theatrical productions with singular food and beverage experiences. Absinthe is Spiegelworld's 15 year old flagship: intimate, irreverent, exquisitely execute ...

Job description

Spiegelworld creates genre-defying live entertainment destinations for savvy, seen-it-all adult audiences—blending daring theatrical productions with singular food and beverage experiences. Absinthe is Spiegelworld's 15 year old flagship: intimate, irreverent, exquisitely executed, and globally revered. It's a place where every detail has a story, the space is intimate, and hospitality is intentional. This new seated service program expands that philosophy into the guest's arrival and table experience.

About the Role

Spiegelworld is looking for a Host to join the team at Absinthe in Las Vegas. The Host serves as the first point of contact for our guests—setting the tone for an unforgettable evening through warmth, professionalism, and confident presence. This role is responsible for greeting guests, providing accurate wait times, guiding them throughout the venue, and performing thoughtful table-touch service rituals that enhance the overall experience from arrival to departure. The ideal candidate is highly organized, guest-focused, and attentive to detail, ensuring every interaction feels seamless and elevated. Success in this role requires strong floor awareness, polished guest instincts, and the ability to balance theatrical timing with disciplined hospitality standards—helping create an atmosphere that is both welcoming and electric. This is a full time, union position that pays $23.102/hour. 

What You'll Do

Guest Arrival & First Impression

• Serve as the first point of contact for all arriving guests, offering a composed, welcoming greeting that reflects the confident Absinthe tone.
• Manage guest check-ins and reservations using the designated table management system.
• Escort guests to their assigned tables with purpose and clarity, maintaining flow and pacing throughout the room.

Seated Service Ritual

• Deliver the table water presentation, including bottled water and clean cups, placed deliberately, allowing guests to pour at their leisure—no salesmanship, no excess explanation.
• Maintain awareness of table needs and discreetly communicate with service staff or leadership when attention is required.

Flow, Pace & Room Awareness

• Support the leadership team in maintaining flow balance and timing.
• Monitor guest movement, lingering, self-seaters and transitions to support show timing and service rhythm.
• Ensure balanced and equal rotations for seating sections
• Anticipate guest questions, concerns, or needs before they escalate, including dealing with show guests that seat themselves.

Communication & Teamwork

• Communicate clearly and professionally with servers, bartenders, managers, and production staff regarding guest needs, VIPs, timing, or special circumstances.
• Use guest names when known and share relevant guest information discreetly and appropriately.
• Operate as a collaborative member of the front-of-house team— Assist with daily administrative work as per direction of leadership. 

Standards & Culture

• Maintain impeccable grooming, posture, and demeanor at all times.
• Uphold Spiegelworld's standards for professionalism, inclusivity, and respect.
• Actively participate in IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility) initiatives and contribute to a welcoming, equitable workplace.
• Complete pre-service preparation and end-of-night duties as assigned.

What You Bring

Required

• Minimum 1 year of hosting or guest-facing experience in a high-volume, high-expectation restaurant, nightlife, or theater environment required.
• Strong verbal communication skills and a calm, confident presence.
• Excellent guest intuition—able to read a room, a table, and details in a moment.
• Ability to command a space while remaining polished and approachable.
• Ability to remain composed, precise, and gracious under pressure.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Comfortable working in high volume outdoor spaces with high guest visibility.
• Valid authorization to work in the U.S.
• Current SNHD Food Handlers card
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred

• Experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, or performance-adjacent environments.
• Familiarity with SevenRooms and other reservation or table management systems.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in a high-energy environment.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round and through all weather conditions
• Ability to carry service items.
• Tolerance for varying noise levels, lighting, and temperatures.
• Capacity to move confidently through tight spaces and crowded rooms.

What We Offer

• Union-provided benefits in accordance with the applicable contract.
• Employee discounts on Spiegelworld shows, dining, and partner services.
• A chance to be part of one of the most respected live entertainment brands in the world—where hospitality is treated as performance.

Our Commitment

All Spiegelworld employees participate in and uphold our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA). Every role contributes to creating a safe, respectful, and inspiring environment for guests and colleagues alike.

IDEA

All Spiegelworld employees participate in deepening the organization's commitment to becoming an inclusive and accessible organization by participation in IDEA. Standing for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Accessibility, the Spiegelworld IDEA program is an internal culture program that serves as the foundation of our lifelong commitment to antiracism within our company and the greater entertainment and hospitality circles we participate in. 

Each employee is responsible for conducting their work in an equitable manner and our staff works together to continue to learn about anti-racism, practice harm prevention, and support the greater communities we work in.

Please visit our website to learn more about our Statement of Inclusivity and Commitment to Anti Racism.

Hiring Journey

Community and collaboration are integral to the work we do and worlds we create at Spiegelworld. When filling new positions in our organization we feel it is so important to make sure the fit, for both you and us, is just right. While our goal is always to fill positions in a timely manner, we prioritize taking the time to truly get to know prospective candidates. The hiring timeline varies from role to role but can take anywhere from 2 weeks to several months.