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Benihana

Host

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $19.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Flexible Schedule

Job Description

The hiring establishment is a busy and customer-focused restaurant that prioritizes exceptional guest experiences and efficient dining room management. This restaurant prides itself on creating a welcoming atmosphere where guests feel valued from the moment they walk through the door. With a commitment to excellent service standards and operational efficiency, the restaurant fosters a team-oriented environment where every member plays a crucial role in ensuring guest satisfaction. The company values professionalism, a friendly demeanor, and the capability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting, making it an ideal workplace for individuals passionate about hospitality and customer service.

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Job Requirements

  • Previous host or hostess experience in restaurant or hospitality
  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States

Job Qualifications

  • Previous host or hostess experience in restaurant or hospitality
  • High School diploma or GED preferred
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States

Job Duties

  • Greets all guests warmly and with a smile upon their arrival and escorts them to a table balancing the flow among the server stations
  • Ensures table selection corresponds with proper rotation, customer seating preference and size of party
  • Utilizes customer paging system when business dictates and as applicable
  • Assists with seating requests when necessary and provides customers with clean menus
  • Relays information to service staff, requests feedback from customers as to their experience and gives a final salutation upon exit from the restaurant
  • Maintains a clean and organized station
  • Ensures the cleanliness of menus, and keeps necessary stock of pens, pencils, menus and other departmental supplies
  • Promptly answers the phones with appropriate greeting
  • Responds to guest inquiries related to operating hours, reservations, and directions to restaurant or other
  • Ensures backup coverage for host stand when necessary
  • Completes all side work requirements prior, during and after shift
  • Periodically checks restrooms for cleanliness and proper stocking of supplies
  • Maintains the cleanliness and organization of the t-shirt cabinet and t-shirt storage area
  • Performs other duties as assigned by a supervisor

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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