Responsibilities include answering the phone and making reservations, greeting and seating guests, answering questions about menu items and other general inquiries. Other specific hosting duties may include assisting management with administrative tasks and setting tables for guests.

Essential functions and responsibilities include the following:

Warmly and graciously greet all guests upon arrival. Explain the restaurant concept to guests.

When possible, open the front door for guests entering or leaving the restaurant.

When immediate seating is limited, record guest names and number of people in party.

Provide guests with estimated waiting time, always maintaining a professional, courteous attitude when

confronted with hostile, impatient or irate guests.

Accommodate special seating requests for guests whenever possible.

Seat guests based on guest preferences and balancing of customer flow in server sections.

Upon seating, offer guests a menu and inform them of their server’s name. Inspect table for proper presentation

and completeness.

Relay messages to co-workers.

Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the host stand.

Clean menus of food and stains.

Thanks guests as they leave and invite them to return. Relay guest comments or suggestions to the manager on

duty.

Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the

restaurant manager or immediate supervisor.

Other duties may be assigned.

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We encourage everyone to respond.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Furthermore, the individual must be able to multi-task and work at various paces, adapting to business levels, manage time efficiently, be organized, and have reliable attendance. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Ability to provide verification of legal right to work in the United States.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Prefer 2 years of previous and relevant experience in a high-end, high-volume restaurant.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, training materials, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to perform basic mathematical functions as relates to the essential functions of the job, i.e., ability to accurately count and document inventory, observe proper measurements and portions for recipes and/or preparation, properly use computer monitor for ordering items.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to carry out detailed and specific written and/or oral instructions. Ability to problem solve in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

It is the employee's responsibility to secure and maintain current status of all required certificates, licenses, (Ex. Servsafe) or registrations when required by local, state, or federal government agencies, including a valid Food Handler Card. Must have upon hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours), with some walking and occasional sitting; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and smell. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in the kitchen and may be working in close proximity to co-workers.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud, generally in an indoor setting. The employee will work a varying schedule to include evenings, weekends, holidays and extended hours as business dictates. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to smoke, heat and/or cold from the mechanical equipment.

This job description has been approved by the Company. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.