Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
Michelin Stared Chef Christophe Bellanca is looking for a dynamic and well versed Host/Hostess to join his team at Essential by Christophe!
The Host/Hostess is responsible for consistently providing restaurant guests with the upmost hospitality, delivering an impeccable experience every time.
We are looking for an individual who has an exceptional knowledge of food & beverage, creativity and flair. The right candidate will have at least two years of fine dining experience in a fast-paced, kitchen-driven dining environment, strong industry presence and proven success track record.
Key Responsibilities:
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Warmly greet and welcome guests upon arrival, ensuring a seamless and gracious first impression.
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Manage reservations and floor plan flow using OpenTable.
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Coordinate closely with captains, Guest Experience Coordinator, and management to maintain an even pace of service.
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Anticipate guest needs and accommodate special requests with professionalism and discretion.
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Maintain a polished and composed demeanor at all times.
Qualifications:
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Minimum 2 years of experience in a fine dining or Michelin-rated restaurant.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Exceptional attention to detail and organizational ability.
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A calm, professional presence under pressure.
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Flexible availability, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($21.00 - $23.00)
Benefits & Perks: Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Customer Service Orientation
Team Collaboration
Problem Solving Skills
Time Management
Adaptability
Stress Management
Attention to Customer Experience
Professionalism
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Michelin-starred, French-inspired cuisine featuring three kind of prix-fixe menus, with choices : 3 course, 4 course and a 7 course in addition to a bar menu of more casual dishes.
An elegant and inviting Upper West Side destination, Essential by Christophe offers a menu of French-inspired cuisine centered around the dishes Christophe loves to eat, cook, and share with others. The restaurant’s name reflects Bellanca's core philosophy: informed simplicity, stripped of all unnecessary flourishes to showcase only what is essential. Each dish is informed by Bellanca’s classical training and rooted in French technique.
Designed by Bellanca in collaboration with prominent Parisian residential designer Caroline Egasse, Essential includes exposed wooden beams to bring height, warmth and dimension to the nearly 100-seat dining room, and leather, brass and delicate touches of Élitis wallpaper and porcelain tile to lend texture and a subtle edge.
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