Host Position – Tabor Road Tavern, Morris Plains, NJ | Open Availability Required Throughout the Year | ~$20–$25, Total Hourly

Harvest Restaurant Group • Morris Plains, NJ

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Tabor Road Tavern is seeking a friendly, energetic, and highly motivated Host to join its team in a fast-paced, team-oriented restaurant environment. The role requires daytime and weekend availability throughout the year. The host greets guests, provides estimated wait times, enters guest information into the reservation system, escorts guests to their tables, and may take initial drink orders. The host also bids guests farewell, performs light housekeeping, helps keep restrooms clean and stocked, reports to work on time in proper uniform, and follows timekeeping requirements. The position supports teamwork and a positive work environment. Compensation is approximately $20–$25 per hour, inclusive of tips.

Requirements

• Previous full-service restaurant experience is preferred but not required.
• Maintain a confident and professional appearance.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Maintain well-paced mobility for periods of up to 6–8 hours per shift while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Be able to carry approximately 35 pounds.
• Communicate effectively by telephone.
• Have daytime and weekend availability throughout the year.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a full-service restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with genuine enthusiasm and hospitality.
• Inform guests of estimated wait times.
• Enter guest information accurately into the reservation system.
• Show guests to their tables and take any initial drink orders.
• Bid guests a warm farewell when they depart.
• Perform light housekeeping duties, such as cleaning glassware and menus.
• Ensure restrooms are clean, stocked, and orderly.
• Report to work on time in proper uniform and clock in and out as required.
• Promote teamwork and contribute to a positive restaurant work environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Generous dining discounts.
• Training and education programs to support career progression, including Jr Sous and MIT programs.
• Major holidays off; the restaurant is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and the Fourth of July.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Daily family meal.
• Optional emergency fund.
• Employee referral program.
• Paid sick leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed