Hostperson - Nine Fine Irishmen - New York, New York
About The Position
The primary responsibility of the Hostperson at Nine Fine Irishmen inside New York, New York is to create a warm and welcoming first impression by greeting guests in a courteous, timely, and professional manner. This role is responsible for ensuring the restaurant’s entrance, host stand, and dining areas remain clean, organized, and properly stocked at all times. The Host Person serves as a key point of communication between guests and the service team, providing support to Food Servers, Bus Persons, and Food Runners by managing guest interactions, coordinating seating arrangements, and maintaining accurate table and reservation information to ensure a seamless dining experience.
Requirements
- At least 21+ years of age
- Work varied shifts, to include weekends and holidays required
Nice To Haves
- 2+ Years of prior relevant experience in a restaurant as a dining host preferred
- Experience with Open Table system
- Experience working in a similar resort setting
Responsibilities
- Greet guests promptly as they enter the restaurant
- Answer phones, keep accurate count of reservations and handle reservation book
- Ensure menus have proper inserts and are current according to the most recent change, and replace all menus in poor condition
- Communicate the needs of the guests to the kitchen and management, inform management of guest reactions and comments, and assist management as needed to ensure smooth operation and quality service
- Frequently check back with guests who are waiting to be seated; make it evident to guests that they have not been forgotten and that tables are being prepared for them
- Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas; shut down podium and forward phones to voice‐loop at end of shift
- Communicate with Restaurant Reservations regarding special orders, cake orders, special requests – responsible for conveying all such information to management
- Maintain knowledge of scheduled daily activities and in‐house groups, daily house count, table/seat/station numbers, proper table set ups, room capacity, hours of operation, price range and dress code of the restaurant
Benefits
- Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
- Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more
- Free meals in our employee dining room
- Free parking on and off shift
- Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)
- Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
