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Bowie House Auberge Collection Job PostingBowie House, Auberge Collection is an imaginative and bold new urban retreat that draws visitors to a place whose history is built on tales of frontier valor and adventure. An exciting gathering space for locals and visitors alike, the four-story, 106-room boutique hotel features 88 rooms and 18 suites, including a 2,250 square foot signature suite. Luxurious spaces weave together details from Western culture and style like boot jacks and hat racks with contemporary furnishings, lighting and artwork creating feelings of welcome and warmth. A social hub for locals and visitors, Bowie House offers numerous spaces for visitors to enjoy the conviviality and camaraderie that have distinguished the location for so many years. Visitors can sip cocktails in the library lounge, visit the signature restaurant with views of the enchanting outdoor terraces or relax in cabanas on the second story outdoor infinity pool overlooking a peaceful garden oasis.Job DescriptionThe role of Restaurant Host upholds the welcoming atmosphere that defines our hospitality. As a key member of our Auberge family, your role is to provide exceptional service, ensuring a positive experience for our guests from arrival to departure.Responsibilities:Greet guests warmly, provide courteous service, and efficiently handle check-ins and seating.Answer phones, take reservations, take in-room dining orders, and maintain accurate records in reservation systems.Coordinate with restaurant and/or pool staff to optimize guest placements, avoiding overbooking and ensuring smooth flow.Assist with preparation of station charts, assign stations, and guide servers and support staff in optimal table set-up.Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of the host station and assigned work areas.Monitor and update guest profiles, VIP arrivals, and special requests using reservation systems.Ensure menus and wine lists are clean, up-to-date, and well-stocked at all times.Resolve guest complaints promptly to ensure satisfaction.Familiarize yourself with all hotel services, local attractions, and respond accurately to guest inquiries.Collaborate with Food and Beverage Management to set a positive tone for the restaurant environment.Qualifications:Prior experience in customer service or hospitality, preferably in a high-end setting.Strong communication skills, positive attitude, and the ability to speak and write in English fluently.Must be of minimum age to serve alcohol.Flexibility to work a variable schedule, including weekends and holidays.Ability to obtain relevant state and local government certifications, such as food handlers certificate or alcohol training certifications, as applicable to the position.Bowie House LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Bowie House LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Bowie House LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.