Host
Befikre: Bar + Indian Kitchen
42 West 33rd Street, New York, NY
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Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
About the Role
As the first and last face our guests see, the Hostess sets the tone for the Befikre experience: warm,
stylish, and effortlessly on top of the room. You'll manage the flow of a fast-paced, high-end dining and
bar concept while making every guest feel like they've arrived somewhere special.
As the first and last face our guests see, the Hostess sets the tone for the Befikre experience: warm,
stylish, and effortlessly on top of the room. You'll manage the flow of a fast-paced, high-end dining and
bar concept while making every guest feel like they've arrived somewhere special.
Key Responsibilities
• Greet and welcome guests warmly upon arrival, creating a strong first impression aligned with
Befikre's upscale brand.
• Manage reservations, walk-ins, and waitlists using the restaurant's reservation system.
• Accurately estimate wait times and communicate them clearly to guests.
• Strategically seat guests to balance server sections and optimize table turnover.
• Maintain an organized, updated floor plan throughout service.
• Answer phones, take reservations, and respond to guest inquiries professionally.
• Coordinate with servers, bussers, and management to ensure smooth table transitions.
• Handle guest concerns at the door with grace, escalating to management when needed.
• Maintain the cleanliness and presentation of the host stand and entryway.
• Support private events, large parties, and VIP reservations as needed.
Requirements
• 2-3 years of experience as a host/hostess in an upscale restaurant, lounge, or hospitality setting.
• Polished, professional presentation and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay composed during high-volume service.
• Familiarity with reservation and POS systems a plus.
• Excellent communication skills; additional languages a plus.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods.
• 2-3 years of experience as a host/hostess in an upscale restaurant, lounge, or hospitality setting.
• Polished, professional presentation and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay composed during high-volume service.
• Familiarity with reservation and POS systems a plus.
• Excellent communication skills; additional languages a plus.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($18.00 - $22.00)
Required Skills
Customer Service Orientation
Attention to Detail
Time Management
Problem Solving Skills
Team Collaboration
Adaptability
Stress Management
Organizational Skills
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Befikre is a modern Indian dining and cocktail concept known for bold flavors, high-energy hospitality, creative presentations, and a lively guest experience. With multiple locations in Canada, we are now preparing to launch our NYC flagship near the Empire State Building.









