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THE GRILLMore Info

99 E 52nd St, New York, NY 10022

Part Time • Hourly ($22.00)

Expires: Nov 20, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

2 years

Job Details

Major Food Group is hiring enthusiastic Hosts for THE GRILL, located inside the historic Seagrams Building.

THE GRILL is a historically based American chophouse set in midcentury New York. It takes great inspiration from history; both the time the Seagram Building was built and the restaurants that existed at that time. It is the precursor to the NY Steakhouse, when things were still intricate and elegant. It celebrates all the animals of the land and some of our favorites frxom the sea. There is extensive table side preparation and service. There is also extensive use of THE GRILL. It is the name of the restaurant, the style of restaurant, and the piece of equipment we use in the kitchen for many of our signature preparations.

As a valuable addition to our team, you must ensure that guests have a pleasant and memorable experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greets and seats guests, presents menus to guests, informs them of special catch and soups.
• Treats all guests in a manner to ensure their complete satisfaction. Always strives to exceed guests expectations.
• Takes names on a waiting list.
• Runs the floor plan board.
• Observes tables and keeps track of clean, dirty and occupied tables.
• Takes guest information and quotes wait times to guests accurately when tables are not immediately available.
• Cleans, organizes and stocks menus at the host area.
• Answers phone and answers questions concerning the menu and restaurant.
• Interacts with guests as they arrive and as they leave the restaurant to ensure a positive dining experience.
• Performs other duties as directed.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in a high volume, upscale restaurant preferred but not required
• Previous customer service experience strongly preferred
• Possesses and exhibits the drive to provide exceptional service.
• Full time flexible hours are required (able to work days, nights, weekends, holidays).
• Must be able to stand/walk for 8 hours; bend, push, pull; lift 30 lbs.
• Proficient or ability to learn computer skills including POS systems, OpenTable, Word and Excel.
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude

COMPENSATION: $22.00 / hour

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• Growth Opportunities
• Progressive Paid Time Off
• Generous Dining Allowance
• Unlimited Referral Program

Equal Employment Opportunity

Major Food Group considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Major Food Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($22.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Customer Service

Customer Service Orientation

Ability to Work In a High Pressure Environment

Ability to Work in a High Volume Environment

Time Management

Excellent Customer Service Skills

Multitasking

Strong Communication Skills

high volume restaurant experience

Ability to Multitask

Attention to Detail

Ability to Exceed Guests Expectations

Time Management Skills

Flexible schedule availability

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Teamwork

Flexibility

Experience in High Volume Upscale Restaurant Preferred

positive work ethic

Ability to Handle Customer Complaints

Ability to Learn Quickly

Adaptability

POS Systems

Problem Solving Skills

Ability to Follow Instructions

Communication Skills

Customer Focused Mindset

Multitasking Ability

Previous Customer Service Experience Strongly Preferred

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Stand/Walk for 8 Hours

Ability to Handle Stress

Ability to Work Flexible Hours (Days, Nights, Weekends, Holidays)

Customer Relationship Management

Open Table

Flexibility in scheduling

Physical Ability to Stand/Walk for 8 Hours, Bend, Push, Pull, Lift 30 Lbs

Physical Stamina

Computer Skills (POS Systems, Open Table, Word, Excel)

Service Orientation

Proficiency in Computer Skills Including Pos Systems, Open Table, Word, and Excel

Enthusiasm

Positive and Enthusiastic Attitude

Word

Positive Attitude

Excel

Ability to Lift 30 Lbs

Enthusiastic Attitude

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