Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $15.00 - $20.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Training and Development
flexible scheduling
Job Description
Duffy's is a well-established restaurant known for its friendly atmosphere and commitment to providing excellent dining experiences to its guests. The company prides itself on delivering quality food and exceptional customer service, making it a popular choice for both locals and visitors. As a prominent entity in the hospitality sector, Duffy's maintains a strong focus on teamwork, professionalism, and guest satisfaction. This welcoming environment is supported by a dedicated staff and management team working collaboratively to uphold the restaurant's high standards.
The Host position at Duffy's plays a critical role in shaping the guest experience by offering a warm and lasting first and last impression. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Host is responsible for managing the restaurant’s flow efficiently while maintaining a positive interaction with guests and coworkers alike. This role includes greeting and seating guests, handling reservations, managing waitlists, coordinating with the serving and kitchen staff, and ensuring the dining areas are clean and well-organized. The Host is also expected to communicate effectively with guests to ensure their satisfaction and handle any concerns that may arise during their visit.
In this dynamic position, a successful Host at Duffy's will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a professional approach to customer service. They must be capable of multitasking, managing a high-energy environment, and adapting to changing situations while keeping a friendly and helpful demeanor. Knowledge of the MVP Program and proficiency with POS systems are essential to accurately manage orders and reservations. Additionally, physical stamina is important as the job requires standing for long periods, walking, and occasionally assisting with food and beverage service or bussing tables.
Beyond the operational duties, the Host also helps foster a cooperative and efficient workplace culture. They contribute to upholding Duffy's reputation by being dependable, flexible, and committed to ensuring that each guest's visit is enjoyable and memorable. This position is suitable for individuals who thrive in customer-facing roles and aim to provide exemplary hospitality service within a vibrant restaurant setting. Employment at Duffy's as a Host offers an opportunity to be part of a respected team focused on culinary excellence and exceptional customer care.
The Host position at Duffy's plays a critical role in shaping the guest experience by offering a warm and lasting first and last impression. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Host is responsible for managing the restaurant’s flow efficiently while maintaining a positive interaction with guests and coworkers alike. This role includes greeting and seating guests, handling reservations, managing waitlists, coordinating with the serving and kitchen staff, and ensuring the dining areas are clean and well-organized. The Host is also expected to communicate effectively with guests to ensure their satisfaction and handle any concerns that may arise during their visit.
In this dynamic position, a successful Host at Duffy's will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a professional approach to customer service. They must be capable of multitasking, managing a high-energy environment, and adapting to changing situations while keeping a friendly and helpful demeanor. Knowledge of the MVP Program and proficiency with POS systems are essential to accurately manage orders and reservations. Additionally, physical stamina is important as the job requires standing for long periods, walking, and occasionally assisting with food and beverage service or bussing tables.
Beyond the operational duties, the Host also helps foster a cooperative and efficient workplace culture. They contribute to upholding Duffy's reputation by being dependable, flexible, and committed to ensuring that each guest's visit is enjoyable and memorable. This position is suitable for individuals who thrive in customer-facing roles and aim to provide exemplary hospitality service within a vibrant restaurant setting. Employment at Duffy's as a Host offers an opportunity to be part of a respected team focused on culinary excellence and exceptional customer care.
Job Requirements
- stand for long periods of time
- use both hands and all fingers to handle, control, grasp, move, assemble or feel objects, tools, or controls
- repeat the same movements
- walk or stand for long periods of time
- see details of objects that are less than a few feet away
- see details of objects that are more than a few feet away
- see differences between colors, shades, and brightness
- understand the speech of another person
- speak clearly so listeners can understand
- use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired
- keep your hand and arm steady while moving
- move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm)
- bend, stretch, twist, or reach out their body
- be physically active for long periods without getting tired or out of breath
- focus on one source of sound and ignore others
- hear sounds and recognize the difference between them
- use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects
- use muscles for extended periods without getting tired
- determine the distance between objects
- coordinate movement of several parts of the body, such as arms and legs, while the body is moving
- react quickly using hands, fingers, or feet
- add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly
- multitasking different work activities and shifting attention from one task to another
- heavy lifting up to 40 lbs
- available to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays
Job Qualifications
- dependability
- initiative
- adaptability/flexibility
- stress tolerance
- attention to detail
- self-control
- integrity
- cooperation
- concern for others
- social orientation
Job Duties
- Greet guests and seat them at tables or in waiting areas
- assign guests to tables suitable for their needs and according to rotation so that servers receive an appropriate number of seatings
- provide guests with menus
- answer telephone calls and respond to inquiries or transfer calls
- input takeout orders accurately into POS system
- speak with guests to ensure satisfaction with food and service, to respond to complaints, or to make conversation
- maintain contact with kitchen staff, management, serving staff, and customers to ensure that dining details are handled properly, and guests’ concerns are addressed
- receive and record guest dining reservations
- inspect dining and serving areas to ensure cleanliness and proper setup
- inform guests of establishment specialties and features
- inspect restrooms for cleanliness and availability of supplies and clean restrooms when necessary
- assist other restaurant workers by serving food and beverages, or by bussing tables
- direct guests to bar area while waiting for a table
- maintain a positive and professional approach to coworkers and customers
- knowledge of MVP Program
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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