Host

Department: Food & Beverage

Location: Le Crocodile & Bar Blondeau

Job Title: Host

Reports to:  Food & Beverage Management

Salary/Rate: $18/hr + tips

Type of position:

☐ Full-time        ☐ Seasonal        ☒ Part-time      ☐  Contractor         ☐  Intern

Hours: 

☐  Exempt         ☒ Non exempt

About Wythe Hotel

Housed in a meticulously restored 1901 factory building, steps from the Williamsburg waterfront, the Wythe Hotel stands as a testament to Brooklyn's industrial heritage and contemporary sophistication. Our Michelin-recognized hotel supported by Le Crocodile, Bar Blondeau, and a celebrated events program, demands exceptional standards that honor both our historic character and evolving luxury positioning. As we lead Brooklyn's hospitality evolution, we remain committed to sustainable practices while delivering discreet, authentic experiences that resonate with our discerning guests.

General Description

The host is often the first impression of any new guests to the Wythe—it is imperative to provide a warm and genuine experience to the guests as they enter our space for the first time. It is essential to the Wythe Hotel that all guest relations are kind, thoughtful, personal and professional in a manner that is consistent with our ethos. The host manages the restaurant floor plan ensuring that guests are seated in an accurate and timely manner. They effectively communicate with guests to update them on wait-times, confirm special occasions and facilitate with both our venues as needed to reserve tables for our walk-in guests.

Job Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Greeting guests in a polite and hospitable manner, making in-person reservations and assisting with guest requests and questions
• Welcome all guests warmly and with a positive attitude 
• Offering assistance to our guests with coats, bags, strollers, etc.
• Handling the reservation system to make guest’s check-in and seating as smooth as possible
• Maintaining updated table information in the reservation system
• Conveying all appropriate guest information to managers, staff and chefs (e.g. VIP’s, special occasions, special requests, etc.)
• Quoting accurate wait times (if appropriate) for walk-in guests and effectively managing wait-list
• Accommodating guest requests whenever possible
• Offering a warm farewell to every guest as they leave the restaurant
• Immediately notifying management of any guest complaints, including any interactions with a guest that leads the host to believe that the guest is not 100% happy with their visit
• Maintaining a clean, orderly host stand and entrance area
• Liaising with the reservations and management teams to confirm all bookings are up to date and accurate

Position Skills & Requirements 

• Experience with Resy preferred
• Able to lift up to 20lbs
• Able to communicate clearly and concisely 
• Able to work as part of a team 
• Able to work in a fast pace, noisy environment 

Why This Role Matters

As the first face guests see when arriving at either of our venues, you set the tone for their entire experience. This is our first chance to ‘wow’ them and show them the Wythe Way: warm, friendly and outstanding service from the host stand and beyond. 

Wythe Workplace

Wythe Hotel is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives.