Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Milestone Service Awards
Access to Pay During the Pay Period
employee assistance fund
Health Insurance
401k with employer match
Paid Time Off
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
mental health benefits
Disability insurance

Job Description

River Inn of Harbor Town is a distinguished dining establishment located in Memphis, Tennessee, renowned for delivering an exceptional Southern dining experience with stunning views of the Mississippi River. This restaurant prides itself on combining a warm, elegant ambiance with high-caliber service to create unforgettable moments for its guests. Situated on picturesque Harbor Island, the River Inn of Harbor Town is managed by MMI Hotel Group, a family-owned company with a proud history of over 70 years dedicated to Southern hospitality. MMI Hotel Group fosters a culture of respect, inclusion, and growth, valuing diversity and encouraging applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. The River Inn offers a full-time, onsite Host/Hostess position, reflecting its commitment to providing a vibrant, guest-centered atmosphere in a busy hospitality environment.

As a Host/Hostess at River Inn of Harbor Town, you will be the vital first point of contact for guests, setting the tone for their entire dining experience. This role is foundational to the restaurant’s service excellence, involving greeting and seating guests with promptness and professionalism, managing reservations both by phone and in person using the restaurant’s booking system, and answering guest inquiries about the menu and hours of operation. Beyond customer interaction, you will support the service team with essential side work tasks such as setting tables, clearing dishes, and running food to tables. Maintaining a clean and organized host stand is also a key responsibility, helping to sustain the polished and professional image the restaurant prides itself on.

This position requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates excellent multitasking capabilities, and has strong communication and customer service skills. Flexibility is crucial, as the role involves working mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet the needs of the restaurant’s guests. Being a team player with a warm and professional demeanor is essential to harmonize with the existing hospitality culture. Joining the River Inn team means becoming part of a long-standing tradition of Southern hospitality through a reputed family business that supports employee growth and well-being through comprehensive benefits and a commitment to inclusivity. The role offers an opportunity to develop professionally in a supportive and dynamic setting, where every guest interaction contributes to the restaurant’s renowned reputation.

Job Requirements

  • One to two years of previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred
  • Strong multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • A team player with a warm, professional demeanor

Job Qualifications

  • One to two years of previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred
  • Strong multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • A team player with a warm, professional demeanor

Job Duties

  • Greet and seat guests promptly and professionally
  • Manage reservations by phone or in-person using our booking system
  • Answer questions about our menu and hours of operation
  • Support service staff with side work such as setting tables, clearing, or running food
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and professional host stand

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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