Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $16.20 - $20.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Instapay
High interest savings
Health and wellness programs
Associate Shopping Program
Employee assistance program
Paid Time Off
Discount Marketplace
Job Description
Levy is a renowned leader in the Food, Beverage, and Retail industry, operating across more than 200 entertainment, sports, and restaurant venues throughout the United States. Founded 40 years ago in Chicago as a delicatessen, Levy has grown significantly and now proudly delivers exceptional dining experiences through its innovative approach, skilled workforce, and passion for great food. With a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and continuous growth, Levy presents a dynamic workplace environment where employees can thrive and develop their careers. The company is part of Compass Group USA, a global leader in foodservice management, and actively promotes equal opportunity workplace practices.
The Host/Hostess position at Jake Melnick's, a Levy-operated venue, offers an exceptional opportunity for individuals seeking competitive wages, career growth, and a collaborative team environment. The pay range for this role is $16.20 to $20.00 per hour, reflecting the company’s recognition of talent and dedication. As a Host/Hostess, you will serve as the welcoming face for guests, responsible for ensuring smooth seating arrangements and creating an enjoyable dining atmosphere. This role demands excellent communication skills, patience, and a genuine interest in people, as well as the ability to handle customer service challenges effectively.
In this role, you will play an essential part in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized dining environment. You will be actively involved in supervising food-service associates to ensure adherence to service, food handling, and sanitation standards. Additionally, responsibilities include training new team members, managing the closing duties of the dining room, and demonstrating knowledge and implementation of emergency safety procedures. The Host/Hostess also assists with service tasks such as bussing tables and food service occasions while maintaining safe food handling standards.
Moreover, the position requires familiarity with operating various equipment, including fire extinguishers, coffee machines, and soda dispensers, and collaborating closely with staff from other departments during special events or functions. Emphasis on confidentiality regarding guest information and high standards for customer interaction further define this critical role.
Levy’s employment package includes numerous attractive benefits like Instapay, which allows early wage access, high-interest savings opportunities through the EVEN app, health and wellness programs, an associate shopping program, and an employee assistance program. The company also encourages employees to be part of an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and promotes professional development. Through these efforts, Levy supports the growth and success of its team members, making it an excellent choice for individuals eager to join a well-established yet growing hospitality brand.
The Host/Hostess position at Jake Melnick's, a Levy-operated venue, offers an exceptional opportunity for individuals seeking competitive wages, career growth, and a collaborative team environment. The pay range for this role is $16.20 to $20.00 per hour, reflecting the company’s recognition of talent and dedication. As a Host/Hostess, you will serve as the welcoming face for guests, responsible for ensuring smooth seating arrangements and creating an enjoyable dining atmosphere. This role demands excellent communication skills, patience, and a genuine interest in people, as well as the ability to handle customer service challenges effectively.
In this role, you will play an essential part in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized dining environment. You will be actively involved in supervising food-service associates to ensure adherence to service, food handling, and sanitation standards. Additionally, responsibilities include training new team members, managing the closing duties of the dining room, and demonstrating knowledge and implementation of emergency safety procedures. The Host/Hostess also assists with service tasks such as bussing tables and food service occasions while maintaining safe food handling standards.
Moreover, the position requires familiarity with operating various equipment, including fire extinguishers, coffee machines, and soda dispensers, and collaborating closely with staff from other departments during special events or functions. Emphasis on confidentiality regarding guest information and high standards for customer interaction further define this critical role.
Levy’s employment package includes numerous attractive benefits like Instapay, which allows early wage access, high-interest savings opportunities through the EVEN app, health and wellness programs, an associate shopping program, and an employee assistance program. The company also encourages employees to be part of an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and promotes professional development. Through these efforts, Levy supports the growth and success of its team members, making it an excellent choice for individuals eager to join a well-established yet growing hospitality brand.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- prior experience in food service or hospitality preferred
- ability to stand for extended periods
- strong interpersonal skills
- availability to work various shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- ability to handle customer service situations professionally
- basic knowledge of emergency safety procedures
Job Qualifications
- Excellent communication skills
- ability to work well in a team
- flexibility and patience
- interest in people
- knowledge of food service and sanitation procedures
- ability to follow safety protocols
- previous experience in customer service or hospitality is preferred
Job Duties
- Promptly and warmly greets and directs guests to their tables based on availability or desired seating arrangements
- helps create an overall enjoyable dining experience and promotes a safe, clean and neat environment for guests and other associates
- exhibits exceptional communications skills
- gets along well with others, demonstrates flexibility and patience
- possesses an interest in people
- maintains a high level of sensitivity and confidentiality regarding personal or medical information that is shared
- supervises the activities of food-service associates in the dining room to ensure proper customer service, food handling and sanitation procedures are followed
- helps train new food-service team members
- supervises the closing of the assigned dining room
- ensures side work and station setup is properly completed
- demonstrates knowledge of emergency safety procedures and helps evacuate guests to safety in the event of fire or other emergency
- assists with service, including occasional bussing and food service, while maintaining safe food handling and sanitation standards
- may be asked to operate equipment, including but not limited to fire extinguishers, telephones, iced tea/soda machines, soup wells and coffee machines
- works with staff of other departments to perform job duties and during special events or functions
- performs other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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