Seasonal Restaurant Host

Shelburne Farms•Shelburne, VT

102d•$0 - $9•Onsite

About The Position

Shelburne Farms is an education nonprofit on a mission to inspire and cultivate learning for a sustainable future. We believe that transformative learning experiences sow the seeds for a thriving and more just world. Our work seeks to create the space, spark the conversations, and share the stories to inspire educators, students, and learners of all ages to build a better future for everyone. We realize our mission by integrating three key areas of activity: our programs, place, and products. This role is for a Seasonal Restaurant Host who is passionate about working for a restaurant that is an integral part of the Farm’s mission by providing a space where the community can come together to enjoy delicious and thoughtfully sourced meals. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills and enjoys interacting with and welcoming a diverse range of guests, visitors and community members. They thrive in a team environment, collaborating effectively with kitchen and front of house staff to ensure a seamless dining experience.

Requirements

Prior guest service experience.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
Holiday availability required.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with a point of sales (POS) system.
A passion for farm to table food and hospitality.

Responsibilities

Greet guests warmly and manage seating arrangements to ensure a smooth flow of guests in the dining area.
Answer the restaurant phone and assist guests with reservations as needed.
Have knowledge of the menu and specials for the evening.
Efficiently manage reservations and waitlists.
Maintain a clean and organized host stand.
Complete side work as able throughout the shift.
Support the serving staff by running hot food, bussing tables and alerting them when tables are seated in their station.
Assist team members with the set up and breakdown of the dining room daily, setting the tables for the next service.
Understand and promote sustainable practices throughout the restaurant with practices such as accurate order taking to minimize food waste, separate food waste for compost, and highlight the farm’s local and seasonal ingredients to guests.
Alert the Floor Manager with issues that may arise with seating guests.
Address and resolve any guest concerns or complaints effectively.
Clearly communicate seating arrangements and wait times to guests.