Bussing, Communication Skills, Food Safety, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Order Processing, Physical Demands, Restaurant, Telephone Skills
LOCATION
San Diego, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
401(k)
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Benefits/Perks
Flexible Scheduling
Competitive Compensation
Career Advancement Opportunities
Job Summary We are seeking a Host/Hostess to join the team at our thriving restaurant in Pacific Beach. In this role, you will welcome guests, lead them to their seats, and manage all reservation portals. Your goal is to quickly build rapport with patrons and make them feel welcome. The ideal candidate is friendly, outgoing, and committed to providing an exceptional dining experience.
Responsibilities
Managing platforms like OpenTable or Yelp to schedule, confirm, and update reservations
Use digital floor plans to track table status (clean, dirty, occupied) in real time to optimize turnover
Answering phone lines to take food orders and organizing to-go orders for pickup.
Balancing the workload across different sections of the restaurant to prevent servers from being overwhelmed
Assisting servers or bussers by clearing tables, wiping down menus, and restocking silverware during high-volume rushes
Sanitizing menus, cleaning the hostess station, and cleaning front glass windows and doors as needed.
Qualifications
Previous experience as a host/hostess, server, or busser is preferred
Friendly and outgoing personality
Excellent communication skills
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing for long periods and carrying trays