Host

Casa Nela is seeking enthusiastic, personable, and hospitality-driven Hosts to join our team at Claudette on lower Fifth Avenue!

Located in the heart of Greenwich Village, Claudette brings the warmth and charm of the French countryside to New York City. Known for its French-inspired cuisine, thoughtfully curated wines, and inviting atmosphere, Claudette is a neighborhood gathering place where locals and visitors come together to enjoy great food, lively conversation, and genuine hospitality.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about creating memorable guest experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment. As the first and last point of contact for our guests, our Hosts play an essential role in delivering the warm, attentive, and welcoming hospitality that defines Claudette.

If you love French food, wine, and making people feel at home, we want to meet you!

• Warmly greet and welcome guests, creating a positive first impression.

• Manage reservations, waitlists, and seating arrangements to ensure smooth service and efficient guest flow.

• Communicate effectively with management, servers, and fellow team members to coordinate seating and accommodate guest needs.

• Answer incoming calls and assist with reservation inquiries and special requests.

• Maintain an organized, professional, and welcoming host stand.

• Anticipate guest needs and handle inquiries with professionalism and a positive attitude.

• Previous Host experience in a high-volume restaurant (NYC experience preferred).

• Familiarity with reservation platforms such as Resy and OpenTable.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.

• Ability to remain calm, efficient, and professional in a fast-paced environment.

• A warm, outgoing personality and genuine passion for hospitality.

• An appreciation for French food, wine, and hospitality is a plus.

• Strong attention to detail and a team-oriented attitude.

• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (for eligible employees)

• Supplemental benefits, including accident, hospitalization, and critical illness coverage

• Transit Benefit Program

• Employee Dining Discounts

• Referral Bonus Program

• Opportunities for professional development and growth within our organization
  
  

Casa Nela is a collection of European-influenced NYC restaurants, including Rosemary's, Claudette, Bobo, and Roey's. We are passionate about exceptional culinary experiences, spirited hospitality, and building meaningful connections within our community in Greenwich Village and beyond.

Casa Nela is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and provides employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.