Host/Hostess

Carmello's is looking for a Host or Hostess for weekend nights on our patio/bar/bistro Monza.

Duties :

• Being the guests first and last great impression by professionally welcoming guests with a smile and enthusiasm upon their arrival and thanking them on their departure.
• Proficiency in OpenTable reservation system is a plus. Must be able to take reservations, assign servers to tables, etc.
• Answering the phone using the proper procedures.
• Determining level of business to determining whether guests can dine that do not have reservations "walk-ins".
• Maintaining cleanliness of foyer at all times.
• Maintaining restroom checks.
• Informing kitchen and management of any unexpected large parties or any problems in general.
• Taking guest's coat during colder months.
• Re-staging tables before guests sit down with polished silverware in correct spots, menus, telling them about any specials there may be.
• Adhering to strict dress code regulations.

Requirements :

• Restaurant experience is preferred.

Carmello’s is a family owned and operated restaurant in Historic Manassas, which specializes in contemporary cuisine with Portuguese and some Italian influence. We have been in business for 38 years and counting. This is due to our wonderful staff members that keep people coming back for more. Monza is a sister restaurant established around 12 years ago - a casual bar and restaurant adjacent to Carmello's that specializes in Italian classic cuisine, wood-fired pizza, Saturday and Sunday brunch foods, craft cocktails and beer.