Required Years of Experience
1 year
Job Details
About Ai Fiori
Highly-acclaimed Ai Fiori, from famed hospitality firm Altamarea Group and located at the Langham New York Hotel, is looking for energetic, passionate, and professional hosts and hostesses to join the team. Ai Fiori showcases modern interpretations of cuisine from the French and Italian Riviera and offers employees the opportunity to work with quality Italian cuisine & wine/spirits, a respectful, safe, professional work environment, and a management team uniquely invested in the growth and success of all team members.
Host / Hostess Responsibilities include:
- Greet upon arrival and interact with guests in a professional, warm and courteous manner and develop guest relationships
- Navigate reservations platform and client database proficiently
- Exhibit knowledge of Ai Fiori’s menus, culinary style and concept, reservations policies, operating hours, and other facts about the restaurants and be able to address common guest inquiries
- Handle various guest interactions, including but not limited to reservations, confirmation calls, guest reservation requests, and pick-up/delivery requests
- Maintain clean dining room and restaurant and adhere to all health and safety standards
Host / Hostess Requirements include:
- Substantive host and reservationist experience preferred
- Genuine passion for restaurant hospitality and service
- Energetic and friendly personality, with strong willingness and ability to work as part of a cohesive team and to support colleagues regardless of role, and a positive communication style
- Ability to multi-task and perform in high-volume, high-intensity restaurant
- Physical requirements include: ability to handle and carry trays, smallware, equipment, or other items up to 35lbs, and to stand, walk up and down stairs, and exert well-paced mobility for extended period of time
- Flexible schedule and open availability to meet business needs
Qualifications
- Must be able to communicate with guests effectively and respectfully.
- Flexible schedule including weekends, mornings, and evenings.
- Be able to walk, stand, bend, lift, point, kneel, for long periods of time.
What We Offer
At Altamarea Group, we are committed to creating a supportive and professionally rewarding work environment for all of our team members. We are also pleased to offer the following benefits for our employees:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits with wide range of coverage options for families (30 days from date of hire)
- Paid Time Off (progressive with tenure)
- Career Development and Growth Opportunities
- Employee Dining Discount at All Altamarea Group Restaurants
- 401(k) Plan (one year from date of hire)
Altamarea Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($18.00 - $23.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Guest Interaction
Customer Service Orientation
Strong Communication Skills
Team Collaboration
Guest Service
Adaptability to Fast Paced Environments
Customer Service Skills
Guest Reception
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Part of Altamarea Group
Ai Fiori is an Altamarea Group (Marea, 53, Osteria Morini) flagship concept that showcases modern interpretations of Italian and French Riviera cuisine. Open since 2010 and located inside The Langham (a 5-star luxury hotel in midtown Manhattan), Ai Fiori, which translates in Italian to ‘Among the Flowers’, offers an elegant and dazzling luxury dining experience. Whether in our spacious dining room with lush florals overlooking Fifth Avenue, one of our private rooms for an intimate gathering or business meeting, or at Bar Fiori our vibrant bar and lounge, our guests are treated to an experience as if they were in the Riviera. The menu features Altamarea Group signature handmade pastas and regional dishes inspired by land and sea. Favorites include the Crudo e Caviale (fluke crudo with caviar), Vellutata (lobster soup with black truffle), and Trofie Nero (squid ink pasta with scallops and seppia) – all on the menu since inception.
Ai Fiori is honored to be one of just a dozen restaurants in New York City to hold the prestigious Wine Spectator Grand Award. To date, Ai Fiori has been awarded Three Stars from New York Times and Four Stars from Forbes Travel Guide. The restaurant is led by Lauren DeSteno, Executive Chef and Yoshi Nonaka, Chef de Cuisine.
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