Host – Roots Ocean Prime Steakhouse, Darien, CT | Year-Round Availability Required | Est. Hourly Earnings of $20–$25 Inc. tips

Harvest Restaurant Group • Darien, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Roots Ocean Prime Steakhouse in Darien, Connecticut, part of Harvest Restaurants, is seeking a Host to create a welcoming first and last impression for guests and help ensure a smooth dining experience. The role requires daytime and weekday availability. Expected hourly earnings are approximately $20–$25, inclusive of tips. Full-time and part-time schedules are available.

Requirements

• Daytime and weekday availability is required.
• Previous full-service restaurant experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Must be upbeat, outgoing, positive, happy, and nice.
• Must be able to assist guests and demonstrate strong guest-relations skills.
• Ability to work positively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand or walk and remain focused and alert for extended periods of 6–8 hours per shift.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively by telephone.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a full-service restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with enthusiasm and warmth upon arrival.
• Inform guests of their estimated wait time.
• Accurately enter guest names and information into the Resy system.
• Escort guests to their assigned tables.
• Present menus and provide initial table introductions.
• Bid guests farewell and express appreciation for their patronage.
• Address guest questions and concerns.
• Perform light housekeeping, including cleaning glassware and menus.
• Keep restrooms clean, stocked, and orderly.
• Create a positive and lasting impression as guests’ first and last point of contact.
• Communicate effectively with servers, kitchen staff, and management.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees working at least 30 hours, after 90 days.
• Career growth potential.
• Dining discount.
• Major holidays off.
• Paid sick time.
• Referral program.

What This Job Offers

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