
Posted 27 days ago
The Venue - Host Seasonal
AI Summary
A part-time Host/Hostess at The Venue in Palm Desert greets patrons, manages reservations and waitlists, assigns tables, takes drink orders, and assists with opening and closing duties to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.
About this role
The Venue is driven by team members who have a relentless passion for hospitality. Our expectations are high, and we never settle for anything less than PERFECTION! Is that you? If so, join our family!!
We are looking for a professional and friendly Host/Hostess to join our team! Your main goal in this position should be to ensure the highest level of clients' satisfaction and provide an outstanding customer experience.
Host/Hostess Duties and Responsibilities
- Greet patrons, and if needed, confirm reservations, take reservations, and track occupancy chart for space
- Answers phone calls and gives basic information on reservations, availability, restaurant hours and services
- Keep track of the waiting list and open tables
- Assign tables to guests depending on party size, waiter/waitress availability
- Accurately quote wait times to patrons
- Alert and call guests to host stand when the table is bussed and cleaned
- Escort guests to table and present food and drink menus
- Answer patron questions regarding menu items; recommend or suggest items as needed
- Takes patrons' drink orders
- Observe and assists in preparing unoccupied tables for customers by wiping surface top, removing debris, and ensure seats are
- Assist with waitstaff side work and opening and closing duties
- Take orders over the phone and pack prepared take-out orders
Host/Hostess Requirements and Qualifications
- High school degree or equivalent; or relevant work experience
- Legally able to serve alcohol
- Willing to work nights and weekends
- Physically able to wipe down table tops, chairs, and booths; able to pick up debris from floor; able to carry 25 or more pounds; able to push vacuum or mop
- Physically able to stand and move during the length of shift; able to bend and kneel through shift
- Must pass background check
- Able to perform basic mathematics
- Friendly polite and courteous to all patrons
- Works well as part of a team and on individual tasks
- Eager to learn and grow with restaurant
Benefits:
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- A friendly, fun, positive work environment
- Paid time off
- Medical, Dental, & Vision plan options available for part time and full time Team Members
- Holiday Premium: hourly employees who work on an observed holiday will be paid 1.5x their hourly wage
- 401k, company matched contribution
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