Host

Established award-winning restaurant group in Charleston, SC is interviewing for Hosts at their flagship restaurant FIG (Food Is Good).  Experience as a Host is preferred, but not required. We believe anyone with the right attitude can succeed in any role when given the opportunity and hands-on training. To apply, please reply here with your resume or stop by 232 Meeting Street Tuesday-Saturday 12pm-3pm to speak with a manager. 

FIG, founded in 2003 by Chef/Owner Mike Lata and partner Adam Nemirow, is credited with championing the local food movement. We are committed to our family of purveyors whose products are the driving force and inspiration for our work. Paying respect to their efforts and traditions is essential to our mission. 

However, the FIG experience is about more than just food. A sincere effort to educate our staff on all aspects of food and beverage culture is the basis for our service philosophy. It is our goal that guests feel special, comfortable and well taken care of. Once a humble corner bistro, FIG has since garnered three James Beard Foundation Awards becoming one of the top dining destinations in the Southeast.

What we expect from you:

• Genuine respect and love for hospitality and connecting with people
• Commitment to on-going education and growth, both professionally and personally
• Strive to exceed guest expectations nightly
• Passion for community and a work culture that supports sustainability and a local network of purveyors
• Professional, polished, dependable, and focused
• Respectful and kind towards co-workers
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ambitious and self-motivated
• Full time availability preferred but not required

What you can expect from us:

• Independently owned and operated business with hands-on approach
• A positive, supportive, and inclusive work environment
• Stability and strong communication
• Professional co-workers and management teams dedicated to your success
• Genuine enthusiasm for sustainability and community
• Hands on learning with a thoughtful and diverse menu and beverage program
• Upward mobility and growth opportunities

Accolades:
JBF Best Chef Southeast (2009) - Chef Mike Lata, FIG Restaurant
JBF Best Chef Southeast (2015) - Chef Jason Stanhope, FIG Restaurant
JBF Outstanding Wine Program (2018) - FIG Restaurant
JBF Outstanding Restaurant Finalist (2019 & 2020) - FIG Restaurant
JBF Outstanding Chef Semi-finalist (2017 & 2018) - Chef Mike Lata
JBF Best New Restaurant Finalist (2013) - The Ordinary
Best New Restaurant GQ, Esquire, Bon Appetit (2013) - The Ordinary
Slow Food Legend Award - Chef Mike Lata
Eater National 38 - FIG Restaurant
GoodFood 100 (6 rings) - FIG & The Ordinary 

Compensation:
Hourly + tips

Perks & Benefits:

• Incentive programs
• Assistance obtaining Sommelier and/or Cicerone certification 
• Comprehensive benefits plans including health insurance with 50% company contribution, dental, vision and life insurance
• Dining discounts
• Free daily family meal
• Closed for major holidays
• Currently closed two days a week (Sunday and Monday)