Calendar Management, Coaching, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, High School Diploma, Operations Management, Restaurant, Sanitation, Team Player, Telephone Skills
LOCATION
Boston, MA
POSTED
19 days ago
Job Purpose: Welcome each guest with a warm and genuine greeting upon arrival. Help create a positive dining experience by thoughtfully and efficiently seating guests in a way that best accommodates their needs and preferences. Maintain a smooth flow throughout the restaurant to ensure every guest enjoys attentive service and a comfortable atmosphere. Thank guests sincerely as they depart and invite them to return
Duties & Responsibilities:
Warmly and graciously greet all guests upon arrival.
When possible, open the front door for guests entering or leaving the restaurant.
Effectively work the computerized seating and reservation system.
Provide guests with estimated waiting time.
Accommodate special seating requests for guests whenever possible.
Seat guest guests based on guest preferences and balancing of customer flow in server stations.
Answer phones with correct phone greeting. Direct calls to the appropriate person or take messages.
Maintain the cleanliness of the Host station and front entry of the restaurant.
Thank guests as they leave and invite them to return.
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.
Working Conditions and Expectations:
Work schedule will may vary between early morning to late evening, weekends and holidays
Shifts will range from 4 - 8 hours and you may at times be asked to work overtime
Able to work in a fast paced environment and keep with the guests needs.
Working inside as well as in outside dining areas.
Always act in a professional manner that represents the restaurant, owners, partners and staff.
Respectful to all guests that have chosen to dine in our restaurants.
Demonstrate teamwork in all areas of the restaurant
Work with a positive attitude in all types of situations
Follow safety and sanitation rules and laws at all times
Attends all scheduled employee meetings.
Always act in the best interest of the restaurant, fellow employees and guests.
Welcome and accept feedback and coaching from the management team in order to maintain and grow as an employee
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Customer service and/or restaurant experience preferred.
Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in the predominant language(s) of our guests.
Have working knowledge of food menu.
Food Handlers certificate required
Physical Requirements:
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours) and work in a multiple level building.
Be able to safely lift and easily maneuver items that may weigh up to 15 pounds.