Host/Hostess

Host/Hostess

Four Seasons Hotel and Residences New Orleans is now accepting candidates to join our Miss River team as a host/hostess. The Host(ess) is the first interaction for guests in our restaurants and is the designer of memorable experiences. This role is dedicated to providing exceptional quality and service to our guests.

What You Will Do

• Welcome guests and provide exceptional service during their dining experience in collaboration with a team of servers.
• Manage the host stand, review the reservation book and make recommendations as to the setup of the table sections.
• Ensure cleanliness of each section of the dining rooms and make necessary improvements as well as check each table prior to opening to ensure its proper set.
• Develop a complete working knowledge of the menus, menu ingredients and restaurant information.

What You Bring

• One to two years' previous experience in Food & Beverage outlet; previous employment experience within a luxury hotels is considered an asset
• Ability to operate computer equipment and other food & beverage computer systems
• Strong communication skills

What We Offer

• Benefits package including medical benefits and company match 401k plan
• Vacation, sick and holiday pay (9 paid holidays including Mardi Gras)
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Discounted accommodations at other Four Seasons hotels and resorts
• Complimentary dry cleaning for employee uniforms
• Complimentary employee meals and discounted parking

Schedule and Hours

• This is a full-time position. Candidates must be able to work afternoons, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.