Host

One Twenty Three Tavern is a vibrant neighborhood restaurant dedicated to delivering an unparalleled dining experience that begins with a simple yet warm greeting of "Hello!" The establishment prides itself on being a gathering place where picky eaters and meticulous foodies alike can find common ground. Whether you're here for a drink, a small plate, or to forget time with friends in a welcoming atmosphere, One Twenty Three Tavern offers a unique dining experience built on familiar elevated food and drinks. The ambiance is as warm and inviting as the dishes served, making it a beloved spot in the community. The restaurant's mission is clear: to bring people together through great food, drinks, and an enthusiastically hospitable team that takes pride in their work and strives to continually elevate the guest experience with a playful spirit. At One Twenty Three Tavern, the team is encouraged to show up for one another and work collectively to maintain the establishment's reputation for excellent service and quality. The workplace culture is lively, inclusive, and centered around teamwork, making it a great environment for both experienced and aspiring hospitality professionals. This opportunity as a Host offers an engaging and dynamic role within this exciting restaurant setting. The position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about providing excellent service and enjoy interacting with customers in a fast-paced environment. The Host is the vital first point of contact and plays a key role in ensuring guests feel welcomed and valued from the moment they enter until they leave. Responsibilities include greeting customers, coordinating seating arrangements to ensure a smooth flow, and assisting with various front-of-house tasks such as clearing and setting tables, managing the host stand, and facilitating reservations and to-go orders. You will also help maintain an organized and inviting environment, inform guests of specials, and support the waitstaff by rotating seating to balance workloads. The role requires a friendly attitude, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure. Flexibility is important as shifts often include nights, weekends, and holidays. Candidates should be comfortable standing and active for extended periods, able to climb stairs, lift moderately heavy items, and perform basic cleaning duties. One Twenty Three Tavern also values safety and compliance, requiring certifications in food safety and alcohol management. In return, employees enjoy a variety of benefits including flexible schedules, paid volunteer time, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, 401K after eligibility, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, the tavern fosters a fun and friendly culture with perks like free movies and discounted food and concessions, making it more than just a job but a place to grow and enjoy working. The commitment to diversity and inclusivity means everyone is welcomed as they are and empowered to succeed as part of the team.