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Sophia's Kitchen is a locally owned, full-service restaurant in North Scottsdale featuring Italian cuisine with an inviting dining room and a patio with a mountain view. Our menu features Italian classics, homemade pasta, bruschetta, wood-fired pizza, seafood, salads and more. Full bar including speciality cocktails. Open daily at 11am. We are currently hiring for the position of HOST. Both day time & evening shifts either full or part time available. Are you passionate about connecting with guests, creating an inspiring environment for your co-workers and creating memorable dining experiences? We are seeking individuals with restaurant experience in full-service, fast-paced environments. To learn more about Sophia's Kitchen, visit sophiaskitchen.com or on Facebook at facebook.com/sophiaskitchenaz We look forward to meeting you soon! Equal Opportunity Employer | Local Candidates Only Responsibilities Warmly and graciously welcome and greet guests upon arrival Make all our guests feel comfortable and let them know you’re there to personally take care of them Know regular guests by name; know their preferences and needs When possible, open the front door for guests entering or leaving the restaurant When on a wait, record guest’s name and number of people in party, provide guests with estimated waiting time Call out name and number of party when tables become available Accommodate special seating requests for guests whenever possible Seat guests based on guest preferences and balancing of customer flow in service stations Upon seating, offer guests a menu and inspect table for proper presentation and completeness Thank guests as they leave and invite them to return Answer incoming phone calls; take complete messages, complete timely call backs Maintain the look and operation of front foyer for a positive first impression Ensure adequate inventory of office supplies at the front desk Maintain condition and inventory of menus Perform side work at the start and end of each shift as required by assignment Inspect restroom every 30 minutes, clean and stock as needed Be ready and willing to assist fellow employees as situations arise Provide guest feedback to management Skills Proven restaurant serving experience Attention to cleanliness and safety Patience and customer-oriented approach Excellent people skills with a friendly attitude Responsible and trustworthy #J-18808-Ljbffr