About Somssi:
Somssi is a neighborhood restaurant in Greenwich Village, rooted in a pan-Asian pantry and opening in June 2026. The debut concept from Ahris Kim of NA:EUN Hospitality – the team behind Atoboy, Atomix, and NARO – the name “Somssi” (솜씨) reflects a sense of craft: skill shaped through time, instinct, and experience.
Developed in partnership with NA:EUN Hospitality, Somssi offers an approachable, neobistro-style menu of shareable plates, drawing from Asian and European ingredients, techniques, and immigrant nostalgia. The experience is complemented by a thoughtful beverage program, featuring a well-traveled wine list, sake, and playful “little beverages.”
Designed as a place of gathering, Somssi is warm, lively, and generous—where hospitality is rooted in genuine care, and both guests and team members feel a sense of belonging.
We’re looking for team members who are curious, committed to learning, and grounded in genuine hospitality—those who take pride in their craft and contribute to a collaborative, thoughtful team environment.
Job Description:
Responsible for supporting the flow of service and setting the tone of hospitality through warmth, organization, attentiveness, and clear communication.
Core responsibilities include:
- Greeting, welcoming, and seating guests with composure, warmth, and professionalism
- Managing reservations, incoming calls, voicemails, and walk-ins during service hours
- Providing accurate wait times and helping organize the flow of the door throughout service
- Communicating clearly with management, FOH, and BOH to support timely seating and smooth service transitions
- Maintaining and updating guest notes, preferences, celebrations, allergies, and dietary restrictions with care and accuracy
- Developing a working knowledge of the menu, beverage program, allergens, and common dietary accommodations in order to communicate confidently with guests and the team
- Keeping the host stand, menus, restrooms, entry, and other guest-facing areas clean, organized, stocked, and service-ready at all times
- Supporting menu upkeep, printing, organization, and other reservation or service-related administrative tasks as needed
- Helping create a welcoming, calm, and attentive first impression for every guest
- Completing all opening, closing, and side work checklists with consistency and attention to detail
- Assisting management with other hospitality, administrative, or operational support tasks related to the door, guest experience, and service flow as needed
Requirements:
- Broad and flexible availability to work weekends and evenings
- At least 1 year of full-service experience (preferably in a host or maitre d’ role)
- Must be able to demonstrate an extensive depth of organizational skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workplace
- Previous experience with Resy preferred
- Ability to lift up to 25lbs if necessary
- Safely and effectively use all necessary tools and equipment
- Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant
Benefits offered:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
- 401k
- Paid Time Off and Sick Pay
- ATO Scholarship: a chance to win $1,500 to apply towards the cost of any educational endeavor
- Dining Discounts at other properties
- Family Meals
- On site Educational Classes
Somssi is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.
