Hostess Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Cannot be convicted of a felony.
• Ability to communicate effectively to assure complete guest satisfaction.
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous.
• Ability to promote positive relations with all individuals who approach the restaurant and by telephone.
• Ability to think clearly, quickly, maintain concentration and make concise decisions in pressure situations.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and follow up.
• Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow directions thoroughly.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to stand or walk constantly, 100% of shift
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, lift, push and pull materials throughout shift

Nice To Haves

• Previous customer relations experience is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to provide clear, pleasant telephone communication with proper grammar.

Responsibilities

• Sincerely and professionally greets and welcomes guests.
• Maintains a professional presence at the restaurant’s entrance at all times.
• Greets guests, escorts them to tables and provides menus.
• Graciously manages the waiting lines and efficiently seats the guests.
• Manages the seating flow of the dining room, including seating large parties.
• Genuinely thanks the guests as they leave the restaurant.
• Answers phones in a professional manner.
• Knows store information (hours of operation, phone numbers, managers, location).
• Knows the menu information and daily specials.
• Understands the wait procedures and reservation policies.
• Completes pre-shift set-up, running duties, and post shift closing duties.
• Assists other team members in completing their assigned duties and tasks.
• Cheerfully accommodates the needs and requests of any guest.
• Responsible for the complete set-up, stocking and service of the host/hostess station and entrance.
• Continuously maintains a neat, clean, organized, safe and comfortable environment for our guests.
• Maintains and strictly abides by sanitation/health regulations.
• Adheres to appearance and uniform standards.
• Adheres to all restaurant standards, policies and procedures.
• Additional duties may be assigned as the needs arise.