Host

Mercadito is hiring hosts for our Lincoln Park location at 2423 N Lincoln Ave.

We are looking for hospitality-driven team members who are friendly, organized, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to create a welcoming first impression for every guest.

Schedule & Availability:

We are specifically looking for someone available to work:

• Thursdays: 3:30 PM – 10 PM

• Friday - Saturdays: 2 PM – 10 PM

• Sunday 10 AM - 5 PM

Responsibilities include:

• Greeting and seating guests

• Managing reservations and the waitlist

• Answering phones and assisting with guest questions

• Communicating with servers and management to maintain a smooth flow of service

• Keeping the host stand and entrance clean and organized

• Creating a warm, polished, and professional guest experience

Requirements:

• Previous host or restaurant experience required

• OpenTable and Toast experience preferred

• Friday and Saturday availability required

• Flexibility to work select Thursdays and Sundays

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Ability to multitask under pressure

• Positive attitude and team mentality