About the role
Pay: $14.72 to $14.72 per hour
Description
It is the primary responsibility of the
Host Person
to greet guests in a courteous, timely, and professional manner while ensuring his/her outlet is clean, organized, and properly stocked at all times. The Host Person is to assist the Food Servers, Bus Persons, and Food Service Runners as it relates to guest contact and table information.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
Communicate with Restaurant Reservations regarding special orders, cake orders, special requests – responsible for conveying all such information to management
Maintain knowledge of scheduled daily activities and in-house groups, daily house count, table/seat/station numbers, proper table set ups, room capacity, hours of operation, price range and dress code of the restaurant
Greet guests promptly as they enter the restaurant
Answer phones, keep accurate count of reservations and handle reservation book
Ensure menus have proper inserts and are current according to the most recent change, and replace all menus in poor condition
Communicate the needs of the guests to the kitchen and management, inform management of guest reactions and comments, and assist management as needed to ensure smooth operation and quality service
Frequently check back with guests who are waiting to be seated; make it evident to guests that they have not been forgotten and that tables are being prepared for them
Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas; shut down podium and forward phones to voice-loop at end of shift
Requirements
Performs other job-related duties as requested
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
Work Experience
2+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience in a restaurant as a dining host
Preferred
Additional Requirements
Work varied shifts, to include weekends and holidays
Required
Experience with Open Table system
Preferred
Experience working in a similar resort setting
Preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to take initiative and exhibit flexibility
Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, crawl, kneeling, crouching, balance etc. for extended periods
Knowledge of health, safety and sanitation regulations
Ability to effectively communicate in English, in both written and verbal forms
Knowledge of hotel services, features, local attractions and activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately
Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all business contacts