Lead Host/Hostess - Orion's Roof
About The Position
The host or hostess is the critical first impression of the restaurant, and therefore is empowered to create memorable guest experiences. HEI Hotels & Resorts is proud to welcome the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort to our growing portfolio of distinguished properties. Situated directly on the Virginia Beach boardwalk, this premier oceanfront destination offers sweeping Atlantic views, upscale accommodations, vibrant dining experiences, and modern meeting and event space for both leisure and business travelers. As part of the dynamic Cavalier Resort campus, the hotel delivers an elevated coastal hospitality experience in one of Virginia’s most desirable beachfront communities.
Requirements
- Ability to comprehend guest requests, memos, reservations, promotional materials, event orders and similar written materials.
- Ability to remember, recite and promote the variety of menu items.
- Ability to move throughout a crowded room to seat guests with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to effectively deal with customer complaints and concerns in a friendly and positive manner. This involves listening to the nature of the concern, demonstrating empathy with the customer, and providing positive and proactive solutions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, customers, and patrons.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.
Responsibilities
- Meet and greet guests as they arrive, offer choice of seating, then escort them to their table and present menu.
- Read, maintain, and make daily entries in the logbook to coordinate communication between shifts and management.
- Maintain proper set-up of dining room.
- Receive records and make any necessary arrangements for reservations and special functions in the restaurant.
- Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
- Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Vision insurance programs through EyeMed
- Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs
- Pet insurance through the ASPCA
- Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability plans
- 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds
- Discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs
- Access to earnings through DailyPay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
