Host / Hostess
Ris
Washington, DC
Ris hiring Host / Hostess in Washington, DC

Ris hiring Host / Hostess in Washington, DC

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Part Time • Hourly (Based on Experience)
Expires: Feb 10, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

1 year


Job Details

RIS seeks a Host to join our team.  We are in search of an outgoing, hardworking, dependable multi-tasker. Prior experience is a plus, but a willingness to learn and engage with customers is vital. As a host at Ris your duties will include greeting guests warmly, taking reservations, addressing customer inquiries, controlling the seating for the shift and answering phones.  This position requires excellent people skills, attention to detail, the ability to multi-task, and strong communication skills.  

We are looking for someone who is available to work approximately 3-5 shifts, Monday-Saturday from 4:00 to no later than 10:00 PM

RIS is an upscale neighborhood restaurant serving seasonal American cuisine by Chef / Owner, Ris Lacoste. We celebrated our 14th anniversary in 2023 and were just named a semi-finalist for James Beard  'Best Restaurant in America' and were given a glowing review by the Washington Post. We have a very experienced, professional staff and a loyal clientele. We look forward to hearing from you.


Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly (Based on Experience)

Benefits & Perks: Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Outgoing Personality

Hardworking

Dependable

Willingness to Learn

Customer Engagement

Greeting Guests

taking reservations

Customer Service

Addressing Customer Inquiries

Seating Management

Seating Control

Answering Phones

Phone Etiquette

People Skills

Excellent People Skills

Attention to Detail

multi tasking

Strong Communication Skills

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American, New American

Fine Dining, Upscale Casual

RIS LACOSTE
Owner
Ris Lacoste is one of the most respected and dedicated chefs working in Washington D.C. today. She has earned her reputation built upon high-quality ingredients, bold innovative technique, and food that is both familiar and simply delicious.
A James Beard nominated chef, Ris Lacoste is chef and owner of her West End DC bistro, RIS. Learning her craft from the famed Anne Willan at her Paris culinary school, Ecole de Cuisine La Varenne, Ris returned stateside and started a long, rewarding relationship with Chef Bob Kinkead. The Harvest in Cambridge, MA, 21 Federal in Nantucket, MA, Twenty-One Federal in Washington DC, Kinkead’s American Brasserie and finally 1789 Restaurant all brought her to the door step of her own restaurant, RIS. Her innovative regional American fare drew national and local attention and earned her numerous awards. RIS is proud to be in the 2016 Michelin Guide DC as one of DC’s top restaurants.

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