Required Years of Experience
1 year
Job Details
Looking for an experienced host for Saturday and Sunday brunch service. Candidates must be able to work 9:30 am - 2 pm on a consistent basis.
WHO YOU ARE: A motivated, organized, charismatic individual. You care about being punctual and are able to arrive at work on time on a consistent basis. Experience with using OpenTable is a huge plus.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES
- Previous experience working at a restaurant required.
- Experience with using Sevenrooms or similar reservations platform required.
- Ability to traverse all parts of the restaurant quickly and safely
- Must be able to work in a stationary position for 7-8 hours (excluding breaks) at a time
- Can be away from their cell phone while at work.
- Ability to multi-task, operate a phone, and communicate with guests at the door
- Polished and professional appearance
- Must be able to work evening shifts and weekends
- Assist in handling reservations and floor charts
- Assist managers with pacing the flow of the guest experience
- Assist dining room team in tracking and recording guest preferences
- Understand the different menu items
- Prioritize guests’ needs above service team member convenience
- Gain insights to a guests dining preferences through verbal and nonverbal cues
- Be respectful and courteous to all guests and associates
- Prepare room for dining by preparing tables and setting candles,
- Protect establishment and patrons by adhering to sanitation, safety, and alcohol beverage control policies.
- Respond to additional guest requirements by inquiring of needs, observing dining process.
- Conclude dining experience by acknowledging choice of restaurant, inviting patrons to return.
- Capable of taking instruction and providing assistance to the server in their station
- Polished and professional appearance
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($20.00)
Required Skills
Experience Working at a Restaurant
Experience With Using OpenTable
Experience With Using SevenRooms or Similar Reservations Platform
Ability to Traverse All Parts of the Restaurant Quickly and Safely
Ability to Work in a Stationary Position for 7 8 Hours at a Time
Ability to Multi Task, Operate a Phone, and Communicate With Guests
Polished and Professional Appearance
Assist in Handling Reservations and Floor Charts
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