Restaurant Host

Job Description

Job Description

Greet, walk and seat guests, manage reservations and flow of guests in Restaurant. Whether it is by telephone or in person, Hosts  provide not only the first impression of the operation, but more importantly, the last impression as guests leave. The Host has the potential to make or break the guest’s service experience.

This position pays $18.00/hour

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greet Guests
• Seat guests at appropriate tables
• Take reservations
• Organize room for reservations and expected business
• Ensure all guest dining is taken care of
• Thank guests and provide a proper salutation
• Maintain knowledge of food and beverage items offered
• Assist other co-workers in serving guests
• Complete side-work assigned
• Complete any task or project given by Supervisor/Manager
• Impeccable attire and attitude at all time.  Friendly, helpful and professional demeanor.
• Provide a SMILING positive first and last impression.
• Establish a first great impression when taking reservations.
• Follow rules and guidelines spontaneously.
• Ability to identify strengths & weaknesses of server staff.
• Communicate over the telephone in such a way that your smile is experienced
• Motto: You only get one chance at a positive first impression.
• Treat guests with appreciation and enthusiasm.
• Adherence to training guidelines.
• Aligning individual goals and company goals
• Set goals that focus on operational needs.
• Update duties before leaving.
• Cooperation & teamwork is helping whenever or wherever it is needed.
• Maintain two-way communications between staff and management

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous customer service experience preferred
• Professional appearance & attitude
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to work varied shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays
• Food Handlers certificate required 
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Basic mathematical skills
• Have good knowledge of computer systems

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.