Host - TAO Restaurant Los Angeles

Job Title

Part-time Team Member

Job Description

Guides guests to appropriate table as directed by the matre d'. Interacts with the restaurant guests, fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite, courteous, and hospitable manner to ensure gracious hospitality.

Essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Anticipates and accommodates the needs of the guest.
• Maintains the general cleanliness and orderliness of the entrance area.
• Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.
• Actively takes and processes reservations for guests.
• Assists with incoming calls and answering questions from guests.
• Responsible for checking guests' coats and other belongings (where applicable).
• Assists with setting up front desk area, performs side-work and other opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including:
• Ensures that all appropriate menus are printed and ready for service.
• Responsible for making sure all menu books are organized with current menus.
• Collects menus throughout the venue during shift.
• Performs opening side-work as prescribed.
• Performs closing side-work as prescribed.
• Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management.
• Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings.
• Participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings.
• Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example.
• Portrays a positive and professional attitude.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.
• Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.
• Assist and/or complete additional tasks as assigned.

Training requirements:

• Tao Group Hospitality in-venue host person training.

Education/working knowledge:

• Previous hospitality experience.
• Previous host person experience.
• Experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge.

Skills / physical demands / work environment / schedule:

• Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate.
• Must have good positive energy throughout the day.
• Must be able to print legibly for Team Members, management, and guests to read.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to move quickly.
• Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance.
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume.
• May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required.
• Exposure to cleaning materials.
• Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment.
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards.
• Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment.

About Us

Tao Group Hospitality delivers distinctive culinary and premium entertainment experiences through its portfolio of restaurants, nightclubs, lounges, and daylife venues. The company operates branded locations across the globe, featuring a collection of widely recognized hospitality brands including TAO, OMNIA, Marquee, LAVO, Beauty & Essex, Cathdrale, Little Sister, The Highlight Room, Sake No Hana, KOMA, Avenue, Fleur Room, JEWEL, and more. Tao Group Hospitality is part of Mohari Hospitality, an investment firm focused on the luxury lifestyle and hospitality sectors. With over 25 years of industry experience, Tao Group Hospitality consistently sets the bar for guest experiences by delivering unforgettable entertainment with innovation and creativity at the core. The company strives to exceed expectations and continually reinvent the future of hospitality through its owned operations as well as joint venture and managed properties.