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Lead Host
Meduza Mediterrania
18 9th Ave, New York, NY 10014, United States
Meduza Mediterrania hiring Lead Host in New York, NY

Meduza Mediterrania hiring Lead Host in New York, NY

Lead Host

Meduza MediterraniaMore Info

18 9th Ave, New York, NY 10014, United States
Part Time • Hourly ($24.00 - $28.00)
Expires: Dec 2, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

1 year


Job Details

Job Summary

The Lead Host plays a key leadership role in shaping the guest experience from the moment guests arrive. This position is responsible for overseeing the restaurant’s seating strategy, managing dining room flow, and ensuring all greeting and seating operations are executed smoothly and professionally. The Lead Host sets the standard for hospitality by providing a warm, timely, and welcoming first impression, maintaining full awareness of reservations, walk-ins, and table movements, and guiding guests through service adjustments as needed.  

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and execute seating strategy and dining room flow throughout service
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for host team communication and guest inquiries
  • Maintain awareness of guest preferences, special occasions, dietary restrictions, and special accommodations
  • Ensure a clean, safe, and organized host area in compliance with health and safety standards
  • Proactively anticipate and support the needs of guests and fellow team members
  • Ensure side stations and host areas are properly stocked and prepared for service demands
  • Complete assigned morning administrative and preparatory duties as needed

Qualifications

  • Strong multitasking skills with a diligent and dependable work ethic
  • Maintain a clean, polished, and professional appearance
  • Previous experience in a guest-facing or customer service role
  • Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to stand for the duration of assigned shifts and lift up to 35 pounds

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.


Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($24.00 - $28.00)

Benefits & Perks: Commuter Benefits


Required Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer Service Orientation

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Time Management

Adaptability

Organizational Skills

Proactive Approach

Health and safety awareness

Conflict Resolution

Empathy

Crisis Management

Interpersonal Skills

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Mediterranean

Fine Dining

Part of Noble 33 Collection

Through dappled, woven-tinged light, guests will enjoy the warm tones of teak and oak woods as they pull up a chair at this Modern Estatoria. Each visit to this immersive, sensory experience, transports guests to a boho-chic coastal
atmosphere where a captivating vibe welcomes wanderers from all paths. Each evening brings a celebration where local and international DJs play alongside tantalizing performance artists and talented live musicians.

The eclectic, yet curated, menu at Meduza pushes and transforms the boundaries of Mediterania cuisine, while respecting the bedrock tenets that have made the foundation and history of the region beloved by travelers from around the
globe: bold, inventive flavors structured around sustainably sourced ingredients, presented with honesty and passion. Chef AJ McCloud begins this journey by utilizing the finest cuts of meat and fresh coastal seafood selections as he builds
a menu that will expand your culinary vocabulary.

Through a thoughtful offering of skillfully executed appetizers, salads, and an extensive raw bar, the Chef contrasts and merges unique flavor profiles, highlighting healthful creations that pay homage to various coastal regions of the Mediterania

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