Host/Hostess-[Host-RH]

Rackhouse•Gulfport, MS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Summary of Position This position is responsible for greeting guests at the door. The host/hostess seats and presents clean menus to guests in a friendly, professional and quick manner. Duties and Responsibilities Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Greets and seats guests, presents menus to guests Treats all guests in a manner to ensure their complete satisfaction. Always strives to exceed guests' expectations. Takes names on a waiting list. Runs the floor plan board. Observes tables and keeps track of clean, dirty and occupied tables. Takes guest information and quotes wait times to guests accurately when tables are not immediately available. Cleans, organizes and stocks menus at host area. Answers phone and answers questions concerning the menu and restaurant. Interacts with guests as they arrive and as they leave the restaurant to ensure positive dining experience. Transfer to-go orders, if applicable. Maintains restrooms throughout shift as well as any necessary routine cleaning. Sweeps foyer and front entrance area frequently. Use computer software for reservations and POS. Performs other duties as directed. Opens door for quests entering and exiting the building.

Requirements

None
Customer Focus.
Communication Proficiency.
Organizational Skills.
Stress Management/Composure.
Multi-task oriented.
Position requires standing, reaching, bending, and walking the entire workday.
Must have the ability to lift 10 pounds and up to 30 pounds.
Must have professional communication skills and maintain exceptional hygiene and grooming habits.
This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or equivalent
Prior restaurant experience

Responsibilities

Greets and seats guests, presents menus to guests
Treats all guests in a manner to ensure their complete satisfaction. Always strives to exceed guests' expectations.
Takes names on a waiting list.
Runs the floor plan board.
Observes tables and keeps track of clean, dirty and occupied tables.
Takes guest information and quotes wait times to guests accurately when tables are not immediately available.
Cleans, organizes and stocks menus at host area.
Answers phone and answers questions concerning the menu and restaurant.
Interacts with guests as they arrive and as they leave the restaurant to ensure positive dining experience.
Transfer to-go orders, if applicable.
Maintains restrooms throughout shift as well as any necessary routine cleaning.
Sweeps foyer and front entrance area frequently.
Use computer software for reservations and POS.
Performs other duties as directed.
Opens door for quests entering and exiting the building.