Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $16.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
401k
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee Discounts

Job Description

This is a hospitality role at a restaurant setting, where providing excellent guest service and hospitality is paramount. The company offers a supportive working environment and focuses on employee well-being with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth. The employment type is hourly, with a competitive pay rate between $15 and $16 per hour, based on work experience. The role is especially suitable for candidates who enjoy engaging with people, thrive in fast-paced environments, and have strong interpersonal communication skills.

The hostess position is a vital customer-facing role, serving as the first point of contact for guests. The hostess welcomes guests as they arrive, manages seating arrangements, and ensures that the dining flow is smooth both for guests and service staff. Besides seating guests, the hostess also provides menus, answers guests' initial questions, and skillfully manages waitlists when the restaurant is busy. The role requires standing for extended periods and the capacity to handle busy shifts with professionalism and a positive attitude.

In addition to the logistical aspects of seating, the hostess actively engages with diners throughout their meal experience to ensure satisfaction, promptly addressing any concerns or complaints. They also handle phone inquiries, take reservations, and provide information about the restaurant's offerings. This role requires excellent English communication skills to interact effectively with guests and team members alike. It demands availability during evenings, weekends, and holidays, reflecting the business hours and guest demand patterns of the hospitality industry.

This position offers a range of employee benefits, including paid time off, 401K with employer matching, various insurance plans (health, vision, dental, life, and disability), a health savings account, and employee discounts, supporting both financial and personal well-being for the team. This comprehensive benefits package highlights the company's commitment to its employees.

Overall, the hostess role is ideal for individuals passionate about hospitality, looking to be part of a busy, dynamic environment where guest satisfaction is a priority. The role combines front-of-house operational tasks with customer service responsibilities, making it integral to the restaurant's success and guest experience quality.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to stand for long periods
  • Comfortable managing busy shifts
  • Communicate effectively in English
  • Availability nights, weekends, and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • Availability nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to communicate in English with guests and hotel personnel to their understanding

Job Duties

  • Greeting guests as they enter and putting them on a waiting list, as necessary
  • Providing guests with menus and answering any initial questions
  • Seating guests at tables or in waiting areas
  • Assigning guests to tables they prefer, while keeping table rotation in mind so that servers receive the right number of customers
  • Engaging with guests to ensure they are happy with food and service
  • Responding to complaints and helping to resolve them
  • Answering phone calls, taking reservations, and answering questions

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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