Host

Jersey City, NJ, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Hourly

Part-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $22.00 - $25.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

competitive pay

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Pet insurance

50% food discount

flexible schedules

Education Assistance

career advancement

Job Description

José Andrés Group (JAG) is a globally recognized hospitality organization dedicated to transforming the culinary landscape through innovation, passion, and a commitment to social impact. With an expansive footprint that spans across major cities such as Miami, Orlando, Las Vegas, New York City, Chicago, Los Angeles, Dubai, and Washington, DC, JAG houses a diverse portfolio of restaurants that range from fast-casual eateries to fine dining establishments. Each venue is driven by JAG's core mission: to change the world through the power of food. Since its inception in 1993, the group has been celebrated for its ability to weave cultural narratives... Show More

Job Requirements

1 year full-service, high-volume restaurant experience in a host position
open availability a must: minimum of 3 days per week, including weekends and holidays, with flexibility
passion for hospitality, guest engagement, and serving others
must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis
may be required to lift trays of food or food items weighing up to 30 lbs. occasionally
previous experience with restaurant point-of-sales (POS) systems
strong understanding of communication skills to build trusting relationships with colleagues and guests
ability to take direction and work in a team environment and to work calmly and effectively under pressure
a yearning to grow and learn
have a strong work ethic while leading by example
a basic understanding of classic cookery, wine, beer, and cocktails
this position will spend 100% of the time standing or walking
proficiency with Resy/Open Table preferred
excellent at guest relations and conflict resolution
professional, business casual attire required
culinary and/or beverage degree/certification, a plus
hospitality degree/certification, a plus

Job Qualifications

1 year full-service, high-volume restaurant experience in a host position
passion for hospitality, guest engagement, and serving others
previous experience with restaurant point-of-sales (POS) systems
strong understanding of communication skills to build trusting relationships with colleagues and guests
ability to take direction and work in a team environment and to work calmly and effectively under pressure
a yearning to grow and learn
have a strong work ethic while leading by example
a basic understanding of classic cookery, wine, beer, and cocktails
proficiency with Resy/Open Table preferred
excellent at guest relations and conflict resolution
professional, business casual attire required
culinary and/or beverage degree/certification, a plus
hospitality degree/certification, a plus

Job Duties

be an agent of hospitality and seek every opportunity to help guests have a positive experience
smile, make eye contact, have good posture and a welcoming presence at the door
collect, organize, update and manage menus
stock host stand with appropriate supplies
utilize Open Table and other tools to maximize restaurant's seating and service guests
greet and thank each guest entering or leaving the restaurant
seat guests at a suitable table or in waiting areas and remove extra place settings
manage the wait list and proactively communicate accurate seating times
provide guests with menus and inform guests of specialties and features
inspect dining and serving areas to ensure cleanliness and proper setup

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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