Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
Location: Balos Estiatorio, Washington, D.C.
About Us: Balos Estiatorio is a premier Greek restaurant known for its authentic cuisine, exceptional service, and luxurious dining experience. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, inviting atmosphere where guests can enjoy the finest Greek dishes crafted with the freshest ingredients. We have recently been added to the Michelin Guide and have been highly rated among very well respected food critics and news outlets.
Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced and charismatic Host to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for hospitality, a deep understanding of seating, flow of reservations, and is highly skilled at guest communication. The host will be responsible for ensuring an exceptional dining experience for all guests, a consistent flow when seating, working well under pressure, and maintaining the highest standards of service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Greet and welcome guests with warmth and professionalism
- Manage reservations and seating arrangements to optimize the dining experience and alternate sections of servers properly
- Review reservation notes and requests and communicate these with management to ensure success
- Ensure consistent, high-quality service throughout the dining room
- Address guest concerns and complaints with grace and efficiency
- Maintain a thorough knowledge of the menu, wine list, and daily specials
- Train and mentor host staff to uphold the restaurant’s standards
- Manage daily operations, including host opening and closing procedures
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a lead host or in a similar role in an equal caliber restaurant
- Understanding of Greek cuisine
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven leadership and team management abilities
- Ability to handle high-pressure situations with poise and professionalism
- Knowledge of reservation systems (OPEN TABLE)
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
- A warm, approachable demeanor and a genuine passion for hospitality
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary
- Opportunities for career growth and development
- A vibrant and dynamic work environment
- The chance to work with a talented and dedicated team
- Employee discounts on dining and other perks
If you are a dedicated hospitality professional with a love for Greek cuisine and a commitment to providing unparalleled guest experiences, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply: Please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to [email protected]. We look forward to welcoming a new member to our team who shares our passion for excellence in hospitality.
Balos Estiatorio is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($20.00 - $28.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Customer Service Orientation
Conflict Resolution skills
Attention to Detail
Time Management Skills
Adaptability
Team Collaboration
Problem Solving Skills
Ability to Work Independently
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At the crossroads of legendary hospitality and unmatched culinary expertise, you’ll find Balos: an energized dining experience built on the freshest, most vibrant Mediterranean dishes the city has to offer.
Named after a lush, lively lagoon nestled on the outskirts of Crete, Balos cultivates a warm and welcoming environment that will make you feel instantly at home. This “old-world approachability meets modern metropolis” feel is the collective dream of industry experts, fellow Greeks, and life-long friends Stefanos Vouvoudakis, Tom Tsiplakos, and Joe Ragonese––a restauranteur with decades of experience in upscale dining for those with discriminating palates across LA, NYC, the Hamptons, and more––all raised on the Hellenic tradition of shared meals filled with animated conversation and bold, brilliant, delectable foods.
With these memories in mind, the Balos partners have curated a rotating menu inspired by Greek seafood, spices, and seasonal fare, featuring the brightest tastes available at any given time of year. Each dish is designed to be savored among friends amid the restaurant’s light and breezy open-concept dining room, carefully constructed to evoke the convivial atmosphere of the Balos Island namesake.
