Host

Position Summary

Greets and seats guests in accordance with Company’s GuestPath Universal Service Standards and applicable Operational Standards.

Essential Functions:

Reviews floor plan and reservation book daily; creates seating chart

Sets up the Host station according to checklist.

Greets guests and seats them at tables or in waiting areas

Seats guests according to seating chart, server rotation and guest preference and provides guests with menus.

Maintains control of the seating and wait times

Cleans and maintains Host station; contributes to the cleanliness of the dining and bar areas.

Inspects dining and serving areas to ensure cleanliness and proper setup.

Answers any guest questions regarding service, and provides general assistance for guests and employees. 

Speaks with guests to ensure satisfaction with food and service, and responds to complaints.

Thanks guests as they are leaving

Answers restaurant telephone line during assigned hours of operation.

Performs other duties as assigned

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Non-essential Functions:

Resets tables after guests leave

Assists as needed with general cleaning, removing and emptying garbage, bussing tables, and re-stocking supplies and food product.

Education & Experience:

Prior experience in guest service environment preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Excellent guest service skills; ability to adhere to Company’s GuestPath Universal Service Standards

Attentive and detailed oriented.

Ability to maintain a high energy level in a fast paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. 

Capable of performing specified procedures and following instructions.

Effective communication skills; ability to communicate with guests and co-workers

Physical Requirements:

Ability to remain on feet for entire length of shift

Ability to maneuver between tables and around corners.

Frequent walking, bending, lifting, reaching, and stretching.

Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs.

Visual acuity and hearing sufficient to read seating chart and communicate with guests

Environmental Working Conditions:

Indoor, climate-controlled restaurant environment

May occasionally be exposed to variable temperatures depending on the season