Host - Hostess

Located in Miami Gardens, FL, Calder Casino has been bringing excitement and top-notch entertainment to guests since 2010. With a vibrant atmosphere, thrilling slots, a dynamic card room, and exciting promotions, we're known for delivering unforgettable experiences. But what truly sets us apart? Our team! We take pride in having the friendliest staff in town and fostering a welcoming, fun, and rewarding work environment. We also believe in investing in our team's success, offering growth and development opportunities to help you build a fulfilling career. Come be a part of our growing team and bring your energy to the action!

JOB SUMMARY

Calder Casino is an energetic, growing organization that is looking for talented, customer service driven individuals to join the team. We are devoted to creating Winning Experiences for our teammates, guests, and partners. As a Host/Hostess of The Kitchen, you will provide a warm welcome to our guests and be the first impression to their dining experience. If you are all about the guest experience, we would like to learn more about you at Bigger. Better. Calder.

The Host/Hostess is responsible for greeting restaurant patrons with a positive friendly attitude. Assures guests are seated in a timely manner assuring that guests have a favorable dining experience.

Calder Casino offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package and other perks for eligible Team Members including but not limited to: Paid Time Off, 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Team Member exclusive discounts, and more!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assign wait staff to service patrons where seated.
• Answering phone, greeting customers, and keeping track of seat availability in restaurant.
• Assisting wait staff.
• Responsible for assisting with bussing and resetting tables.
• Responsible for cleaning host area, stairway, and entrance to restaurant.
• Ensure the safety and security of employees and guests.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of concession stand operations.
• Maintaining interpersonal working relationship among all personnel.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and handle high-pressure situations in an interruptive environment.
• Must be able to stand for 6-8 hour shifts.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent. One-year restaurant experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain a valid gaming license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand; walk; use hands to finger reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may he made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee may be subject to circulate throughout the area assigned, including the smoking area, actively observing players and functioning of machines. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

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Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We're always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.

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