Restaurant Host or Hostess

Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa•Rancho Santa Fe, CA

About The Position

Serve as consistent point of contact for restaurant outlets. Courteously greets and escorts guests to assigned tables and assist in seating, ensuring existing standards of service. Answering phone calls as necessary with the highest level of professional language in a calm, clear and concise manner. Make, change and maintain restaurant reservations as necessary.

Requirements

6 – 24 months current experience as host/greeter in up-scale restaurant environment.
Valid San Diego County Food Handlers Card
Ability to communicate in English with vendors, guests and staff, to their understanding

Nice To Haves

Previous Culinary experience
High school graduate or Ged-equivalent.
Certification of previous training in liquor, wine and food service.
Certification in alcohol awareness program
Certification in CPR.

Responsibilities

Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests.
Warmly greet guests immediately upon entering. Seat guests as assigned and distribute appropriate menu.
Answer phone calls; provide accurate and detailed information regarding restaurant/resort operation.
Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of all service areas in accordance with departmental procedures.
Work quickly and safely at all times.
Maintain and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures.
Maintain positive guest relations at all times.
Be familiar with hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately.
Actively participates in Safety Programs and abides by all injury reporting and safety behavior requirements.
Participate in and support hotel efforts towards community service, sustainability and environmental initiatives.
Perform other duties as directed, developed or assigned.