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Host Position at 22 Bowen's

22 Bowen's is looking for an Host to join the team. We are looking for someone with strong cooking experience.

22 Bowen's is Rhode Island's Prime Steakhouse; evoking Newport's charm and sense of place as the City by the Sea's premier waterfront dining destination. A restaurant defined by its casual elegance, indulgent food, classic drinks and warm, animated hospitality. During the iconic summer season, we open Portside, our open-air bar where guests enjoy dining on Newport's harbor front. 22 Bowen's is proud to be part of the Newport Restaurant Group!

About the Position: In the Host role, you will coordinate seating of guests to provide fast and courteous service.

About You: You are friendly, outgoing, and driven to succeed. You have a strong passion for hospitality and the ability to work well in a fast-paced, team environment.

Essential Duties:

• Schedules dining reservations and arranges parties or special services for diners
• Greets guests, escorts them to tables, and provides menus
• Answers phone
• Communicates guests' needs to service staff and management.

Qualifications:

• Must have flexible schedule to work during days, nights, weekends, and some holidays as needed
• Restaurant and OpenTable experience are preferred however, we are willing to train the right candidate.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and move 25-50 pounds
• Be collaborative, using a team approach to creating an equitable workplace environment and have respectful working relationships

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation $18-$21/Hour!
• RI/MA Sick Leave
• Financial & Employee Ownership: Generous Company 401k match, Employee Ownership Opportunities
• Employee Perks: 35% discount when dining in our locations (including food and beverages), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Discount Programs, Tenure Program, Referral Bonus Program, Holiday Appreciation Bonus

Depending on your annual hours worked, you may also be eligible for:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible and Dependent Care spending account options, Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Voluntary Benefits: Telemedicine access
• Wholesaler Club Reimbursement Program
• Vacation paid time off

About Newport Restaurant Group: We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company. If you decide to join our team, you'll not just be an employee you'll be eligible to become an owner in the company. Really, there's no catch, we invest in our employees, and they in turn invest their time, energy and talents in our businesses! We have one of the strongest, friendliest hospitality staffs in New England. Our common goal is to make people happy through great food, great locations and great teamwork. If you feel the same, we want to hear from you.

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