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

Flexible
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Tip pool

Job Description

Our establishment is a thriving restaurant dedicated to delivering an exceptional dining experience to every guest who walks through our doors. Known for our commitment to excellence, we pride ourselves on maintaining a warm and welcoming atmosphere where guests feel valued and cared for. Our team works collaboratively to create memorable moments through attentive service, quality food, and an inviting environment. We believe that a great dining experience begins with a friendly greeting and attentive wait staff, making our front-of-house roles integral to our success and reputation in the local community and beyond.

We are currently seeking a Host or Hostess to join our team. This role is crucial in shaping the first impressions of our guests and ensuring their overall satisfaction throughout their visit. The Host or Hostess will be the face of our restaurant, responsible for greeting guests warmly, managing waitlists efficiently, seating patrons thoughtfully, and providing information about the menu and daily specials. This is a non-exempt position offering an hourly wage starting at $16.00 plus participation in the tip pool, reflecting the importance of excellent customer service and teamwork.

The ideal candidate for this role will demonstrate a genuine happiness to serve and a positive, enthusiastic attitude. This position requires someone who values working closely with both the kitchen staff and front-of-house team members to achieve common goals in delivering an outstanding dining experience. A Host or Hostess must be attentive to guest needs, quickly adapting to a fast-paced environment while maintaining composure and professionalism. Responsibilities extend beyond just greeting and seating; this role includes answering phones, managing to-go orders, and ensuring the host area is organized and stocked. The role demands physical stamina, with the ability to stand for extended periods, lift moderately heavy items, and move quickly across the dining space.

Embracing a team mentality and upholding the highest level of personal ethics and values are also essential to success in this position. The candidate must be able to communicate clearly, read and understand English, and comply with all safety protocols, including maintaining a valid California Food Handler certification. Uniform standards must be adhered to, with a focus on cleanliness and professionalism. If you have a passion for hospitality, excellent interpersonal skills, and a dedication to creating a memorable dining environment, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to grow and thrive in the food service industry.

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 16 years of age
  • Must have or obtain California Food Handler certification before commencing work
  • Certification must be maintained throughout employment
  • Must be able to communicate clearly
  • Must be able to read English
  • Must be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 35 pounds
  • Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Must be able to hear with 100 percent accuracy with correction
  • Must be able to see 20/20 with correction

Job Qualifications

  • Must be an individual of high integrity
  • Demonstrate a positive attitude
  • Have a high level of enthusiasm
  • Have an innate ability to interact with people
  • Must possess a positive attitude and work well with others
  • A happiness to serve is essential
  • Must be able to work unsupervised
  • Must be at least 16 years of age
  • Must be able to communicate clearly
  • Must be able to read English
  • Must be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 35 pounds
  • Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Must be able to hear with 100 percent accuracy with correction
  • Must be able to see 20/20 with correction
  • Must have or obtain California Food Handler certification before commencing work
  • Certification must be maintained throughout employment

Job Duties

  • Maintains a team and guest focus while performing duties
  • Demonstrates respect and loyalty to the entire team every shift
  • Greets and seats guests, presents menus, informs them of special changes to menu
  • Takes guest information and quotes wait times accurately when tables are not immediately available
  • Observes tables and keeps track of clean, dirty and occupied tables running the floor plan board
  • Fills to-go orders, if applicable supporting take-out area
  • Answers phones and questions concerning the menu and the restaurant
  • Cleans, organizes and stocks menus at host area
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by the management team
  • Demonstrates personal ethics, values and a sense of commitment in the work environment
  • Understands his/her role as a team player with both kitchen and front of the house team members, working together to achieve common goals
  • Follows all safety guidelines and procedures
  • Is happy to serve
  • Understands his/her role in achieving our mission statement

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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