Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $20.00
Benefits
competitive pay
Commission
Training opportunities
team environment
Dynamic work setting
Career Development
Employee Discounts
Job Description
Tao Group Hospitality is a renowned leader in the luxury lifestyle and hospitality sectors, delivering distinctive culinary and premium entertainment experiences worldwide. As part of Mohari Hospitality, an investment firm focused on hospitality, Tao Group has established itself as a powerhouse operator of celebrated restaurant, nightclub, lounge, and daylife venues. Its portfolio includes widely recognized brands such as TAO, OMNIA, Marquee, LAVO, Beauty & Essex, Cathédrale, Little Sister, The Highlight Room, Sake No Hana, KOMA, Avenue, Fleur Room, JEWEL, and many others.
With over 25 years of experience, Tao Group Hospitality is synonymous with excellence, innovation, and creativity. The company’s dedication to delivering unforgettable guest experiences and its commitment to exceeding expectations make it a leader in the hospitality industry. Tao Group’s venues are known for seamlessly blending exceptional dining with cutting-edge entertainment to create vibrant social environments that attract a diverse and dynamic clientele.
The Retail Host role at Tao Group Hospitality is an essential position that directly contributes to the seamless operation and outstanding guest experience of Tao Group’s high-volume restaurants, nightclubs, and lounges. Offering competitive compensation at $20 per hour plus commission, this role demands an individual who embodies gracious hospitality with a positive and professional demeanor. The Retail Host acts as the welcoming face to guests, guiding them to their appropriate tables as directed by the maître d’ and ensuring every visitor feels anticipated, accommodated, and valued.
In this role, hosts are responsible for maintaining cleanliness and order in entrance areas, managing reservations, assisting with guest inquiries via phone, and handling coats or belongings where applicable. The position also involves side work including setup and closing procedures, menu management, and reporting any equipment or furniture damages immediately to management. Retail Hosts participate actively in daily pre-service meetings and training sessions, continuously improving their knowledge and skills about Tao Group Hospitality and its associated brands.
This role demands strong communication skills, the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, often noisy environment, and physical stamina to kneel, bend, stand for extended periods, and lift up to 50 pounds. Retail Hosts must maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance consistent with company standards while fostering a team-oriented atmosphere. Working irregular shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays is a requirement, reflecting the dynamic nature of Tao Group’s hospitality environments.
Joining Tao Group Hospitality as a Retail Host means becoming part of a globally respected company that pushes the boundaries of hospitality through innovation, quality, and creativity. The company values individuals who contribute positively to team dynamics and deliver exceptional guest service, helping uphold Tao Group’s reputation as a trendsetter in luxury entertainment and dining experiences.
With over 25 years of experience, Tao Group Hospitality is synonymous with excellence, innovation, and creativity. The company’s dedication to delivering unforgettable guest experiences and its commitment to exceeding expectations make it a leader in the hospitality industry. Tao Group’s venues are known for seamlessly blending exceptional dining with cutting-edge entertainment to create vibrant social environments that attract a diverse and dynamic clientele.
The Retail Host role at Tao Group Hospitality is an essential position that directly contributes to the seamless operation and outstanding guest experience of Tao Group’s high-volume restaurants, nightclubs, and lounges. Offering competitive compensation at $20 per hour plus commission, this role demands an individual who embodies gracious hospitality with a positive and professional demeanor. The Retail Host acts as the welcoming face to guests, guiding them to their appropriate tables as directed by the maître d’ and ensuring every visitor feels anticipated, accommodated, and valued.
In this role, hosts are responsible for maintaining cleanliness and order in entrance areas, managing reservations, assisting with guest inquiries via phone, and handling coats or belongings where applicable. The position also involves side work including setup and closing procedures, menu management, and reporting any equipment or furniture damages immediately to management. Retail Hosts participate actively in daily pre-service meetings and training sessions, continuously improving their knowledge and skills about Tao Group Hospitality and its associated brands.
This role demands strong communication skills, the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, often noisy environment, and physical stamina to kneel, bend, stand for extended periods, and lift up to 50 pounds. Retail Hosts must maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance consistent with company standards while fostering a team-oriented atmosphere. Working irregular shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays is a requirement, reflecting the dynamic nature of Tao Group’s hospitality environments.
Joining Tao Group Hospitality as a Retail Host means becoming part of a globally respected company that pushes the boundaries of hospitality through innovation, quality, and creativity. The company values individuals who contribute positively to team dynamics and deliver exceptional guest service, helping uphold Tao Group’s reputation as a trendsetter in luxury entertainment and dining experiences.
Job Requirements
- Ability to write and verbally communicate
- must have positive energy throughout the day
- must print legibly for team members, management, and guests
- ability to kneel, bend, sit, and stand for extended periods
- ability to move quickly
- ability to push and lift up to 50 lbs
- ability to work in noisy, crowded, and smoky environments depending on guest volume
- availability to work extended, irregular, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts
- exposure to cleaning materials and hot kitchen elements
- maintain professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance
- ability to interact professionally with customers, managers, and coworkers
- ability to maintain confidentiality
- ability to handle fast-paced, busy, and stressful environments
Job Qualifications
- Previous hospitality experience
- previous host person experience
- experience in a high-volume restaurant, nightclub, or lounge
- ability to write and verbally communicate effectively
- positive energy throughout the workday
- ability to print legibly for team members, management, and guests
- physical ability to kneel, bend, sit, stand for extended periods
- ability to move quickly and lift up to 50 pounds
- ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality
- ability to work effectively as part of a team
- familiarity with hospitality industry standards
Job Duties
- Guide guests to appropriate tables as directed by the maître d’
- interact with guests, team members, and supervisors courteously
- anticipate and accommodate guest needs
- maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the entrance area
- comply with health and sanitation standards
- take and process reservations for guests
- assist with incoming calls and guest inquiries
- manage guest coats and belongings where applicable
- set up front desk area and perform side work including opening and closing procedures
- ensure menus are printed, organized, and collected as needed
- report breakage or damage to management immediately
- attend and participate in daily pre-service meetings
- engage in training sessions and departmental meetings
- lead by example through listening, observing, and sharing knowledge
- portray a positive and professional attitude
- demonstrate knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality and its related brands
- work as part of a team providing support to all team members
- assist with additional assigned tasks
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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