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Ho-Chunk

Tribal-owned economic development and investments

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Part-TimeDeadline 9/2/27
$16/hr+ Tips
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Omaha, NE, USA
In Person
Food Service & HospitalityDining, Bar & Counter Service

About the job

Requirements
  • Must be 19 years or older.
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Ability to operate mobile devices and touchscreen technology.
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout assigned shifts.
  • Ability to move throughout dining and host areas as needed to manage seating flow.
  • Ability to perform light lifting, bending, and carrying of menus or service materials.
  • Ability to work varying schedules based on business needs of the property.
Responsibilities
  • Provide information on all aspects of available services and facilities for guests.
  • Greet guests and arrange seating while monitoring the overall room atmosphere.
  • Quote accurate wait times and manage guest waitlists or reservations according to established procedures.
  • Answer incoming phone calls following established phone etiquette standards.
  • Return calls to guests after reviewing daily phone messages.
  • Reconfirm reservations prior to peak service periods.
  • Assist guests with reservations both in person and via phone.
  • Support guests with special requests as needed.
  • Communicate with coworkers and supervisors to ensure quality guest service.
  • Maintain seating logs for the restaurant, including bar and lounge areas.
  • Direct the flow of work for wait staff and bussers.
  • Update floor charts throughout each shift to reflect seating changes.
  • Clean menus regularly during shift operations.
  • Maintain a clean and organized host stand.
  • Perform light cleaning and upkeep of the host area.
  • Assist wait staff with takeout orders and other service needs.
  • Provide prompt and friendly greetings to all guests upon arrival.
  • Ensure smooth front-of-house restaurant operations.
  • Comply with all departmental and company rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and internal controls.
  • Attend required meetings and training sessions.
  • Maintain a neat and professional appearance at all times.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Previous customer service experience.
  • Experience using smartphones and/or tablet-based applications.

About the company

Ho-Chunk, Inc. operates as the economic development corporation for the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska, managing a diverse portfolio of businesses to fund social programs and community growth. The organization generates revenue through global subsidiaries in various industries and reinvests those profits into job creation and housing initiatives on the reservation. Unlike traditional corporations, this entity prioritizes tribal self-sufficiency and social advancement over simple private profit. Its primary goal is to sustain a middle-class economy and provide long-term financial independence for the Winnebago people.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Winnebago, Minnesota

Founded

1994

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What believers are saying

  • WarHorse South Sioux broke ground August 27, 2026 with 600 slots and a 100-room hotel.
  • WarHorse Lincoln began Phase 3 in February 2026, adding 1,100 slot machines.
  • Ho-Chunk won a May 11, 2026 federal ruling allowing its Kalshi lawsuit to proceed.

What critics are saying

  • WarHorse South Sioux needs years of construction before 2027 gaming revenue arrives.
  • Kalshi litigation escalates through 2026, risking tribal gaming protections and management distraction.
  • Casino expansion concentrates value in Nebraska gaming; a licensing or financing setback hurts core growth.

What makes Ho-Chunk unique

  • Ho-Chunk, Inc. pairs tribal sovereignty with diversified businesses and casino development.
  • WarHorse Gaming gives the Winnebago Tribe Nebraska-scale gaming leverage across Omaha, Lincoln, South Sioux.
  • A 1994-owned tribal corporation, Ho-Chunk now claims 2,000 employees and 22-state operations.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation

Company News

KTIV
Dec 16th, 2024
Ho-Chunk plans to construct a $50M casino and horse racing track in South Sioux City

Ho-Chunk plans to construct a $50M casino and horse racing track in South Sioux City.

CDC Gaming
Dec 16th, 2024
Nebraska: Ho-Chunk plans to construct a $50M casino and horse racing track in South Sioux City

Ho-Chunk, Inc. is planning to build a brand new casino in South Sioux City, Nebraska.

Sioux City Journal
Dec 7th, 2024
Sioux City Symphony Youth Orchestra's Winter Concert on Sunday

More than 3 1/2 years ago, Ho-Chunk Inc. purchased four pieces of prime real estate in downtown Sioux City's Historic Fourth District.

Wholesale Styles
Oct 19th, 2023
WarHorse Casino Omaha Developer Issued Gaming License in Nebraska

Ho-Chunk, Inc., the commercial economic development arm of the Winnebago Tribe, is investing $700 million to build commercial casinos at three NHBPA racetrack facilities.

Voice Of Han Broadcasting Network
Oct 13th, 2023
Omaha Casino Construction to Begin Late Summer 2022, Tribe Hopes

The Nebraska Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association (NHBPA) has partnered with the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska and its economic development arm Ho-Chunk Inc. to turn the racinos in Omaha, Lincoln, and South Sioux City into casinos.