Host

Job Details

Emilia, Chef Greg Vernick's newest restaurant dedicated to the regional cuisines of Italy, opening in January 2026 is seeking to expand our Host Team. Candidates should enjoy working in a fast-paced and energetic environment, be eager to learn, and possess a desire to provide genuine hospitality to our guests. Candidates must be reliable, outgoing, organized, and should thrive in a team environment. Must be able to multi-task under pressure and communicate well.

The ideal candidate is :

• Professional, responsible, and punctual
• Able to maintain a positive attitude under pressure
• Articulate & able to communicate effectively with guests and co-workers
• Eager to learn and receptive to instruction and feedback
• Proficient in the Resy booking platform a bonus

To apply, please submit your resume, a brief introduction, and availability or stop into the restaurant to fill out an application. We look forward to hearing from you!

In 2016, Chef / Owner Gregory Vernick was named “Chef of the Year” by the Philadelphia Inquirer and Vernick Food & Drink earned a 4-Bell re-review from restaurant critic Craig Laban who called it the “Best Overall Restaurant” in the city. Chef Vernick received the 2017 James Beard Award for Best Chef : Mid-Atlantic, elevating the restaurant onto the National level. Vernick's other restaurants are the Michelin recognized Vernick Fish in the Four Seasons Hotel and Vernick Coffee Bar in the Comcast Technology Center.

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time