Job Description / g
Under the direction of the Front of House Management Team, our Hosts create a positive guest experience that begins with a proper greeting.
They maintain an efficient and organized restaurant through managing guest flow, maximizing seating capacity and communicating with all employees.
Hosts leave a lasting impression with all guests through their professionalism and attention to detail.
The Day to Day :
- Effectively manage reservations and walk-ins to maximize seating capacity.
- Communicate with Servers, Bartenders and Managers to maintain proper guest flow throughout the restaurant.
- Escort guests to their table, engage them in conversation and seat them accordingly.
- Develop a briefing sheet before each shift that will inform co-workers of shows / concerts, special events and NBs as well as special requests for birthdays, anniversaries etc.
- Possess a working knowledge of the restaurant trade area (location, surroundings, nearby attractions, directions, etc.).
- Ensure that the front entrance, host stand and surrounding areas are fully stocked and free from clutter and debris.
- Know all table numbers and maintain awareness of which servers are in each section.
- Maintain the cleanliness of assigned areas by completing checks regularly throughout shift
- Follow all food safety standards and systems.
- Other duties as assigned or required.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a customer service position
- High attention to detail
- A Degree / Diploma in Hospitality or in pursuit of desirable
- Ability to remain calm under pressure while working in a fast-paced environment
- Organizational skills and ability to multi-task
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to maintain a level of professional urgency and momentum