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University of Notre Dame

Temporary Host/Hostess

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $17.50
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Work Schedule

On-call
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
flexible scheduling
Employee wellness programs

Job Description

The University of Notre Dame, located in Notre Dame, Indiana, is not just an esteemed institution of higher learning but a vibrant, mission-driven community dedicated to excellence in education, research, and service. Known for its rich Catholic heritage and tradition of academic rigor, Notre Dame fosters an environment that supports the holistic development of every member of its community—mind, body, and spirit. The university values each employee as a vital contributor to its mission, creating a workplace where individuals feel both valued and supported. As a leading institution, Notre Dame has been recognized for its commitment to creating a positive... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in a hospitality or customer service role preferred
  • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with guests and team members
  • Ability to use reservation software such as OpenTable
  • Provide excellent interpersonal skills and a friendly, welcoming demeanor
  • Ability to maintain physical stamina to stand for extended periods
  • Willingness to adhere to food safety and hygiene standards

Job Qualifications

  • Capable of managing time effectively with minimal supervision
  • Positive, respectful, excellent communication and listening skills
  • Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours at a time)
  • Follow food safety procedures for handling, storing, and serving food products

Job Duties

  • Manage the OpenTable software to seat, assign tables, and other restaurant duties
  • Information gathering for the front of house, back of house team members, and the guest
  • Seating guests to optimize the dining experience, pacing of the service team, and the optimal use of the dining room
  • Menu presentation and communicating with server to seated table
  • Answering phones according to service standards
  • Reservation confirmation with guests
  • Execute all guest interactions with a joy for serving others
  • all while demonstrating professionalism, job knowledge, grace, respect, and friendliness
  • Alert server about all special notes in a reservation including allergies, special occasions, past experiences, etc
  • Update Guest Experience Profile each visit and alert management of any issues

Job Qualifications

Experience

No experience required

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