Host

Major Food Group

New York, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$18–$19 Per Hour
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Customer Support/Service, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Food Production, HTML (HyperText Markup Language), Hospitality and Tourism, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Insurance, Jazz, Lift/Move 30 Pounds, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Oracle Tuxedo, Organizational Skills, Point of Sale (POS) Systems, Resolve Customer Issues, Restaurant, Team Player, Time Management, Tuition Reimbursement, Vision Plan
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
6 days ago

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THE GRILLMore Info

99 E 52nd St, New York, NY 10022

Full Time • Hourly ($22.00)

Expires: Aug 10, 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 Seagram\s 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

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with Company subsidy

  • Growth Opportunities

  • Progressive Paid Time Off

  • Parental Leave

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Generous Dining Allowance

  • Unlimited Referral Program

  • TransitChek Discount

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, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Customer Service

Ability to Work In a High Pressure Environment

Ability to Work in a High Volume Environment

Excellent Customer Service Skills

Strong Communication Skills

high volume restaurant experience

Ability to Multitask

Attention to Detail

Ability to Exceed Guests Expectations

Time Management Skills

Flexible schedule availability

Teamwork

Experience in High Volume Upscale Restaurant Preferred

Ability to Handle Customer Complaints

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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THE GRILL

American, New American, Seafood

Restaurant Group, Fine Dining

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Part of Major Food Group

375 Park Food is a space composed of two restaurants, THE GRILL and THE POOL. These spaces occupy the historic rooms of the former restaurant The Four Seasons and are now operated by Major Food Group.

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 from 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.

Major Food Group (MFG) is a New York based restaurant and hospitality company founded by Mario Carbone, Rich Torrisi, and Jeff Zalaznick. The founders all exhibit a wealth of knowledge in the food, hospitality, and business sectors.

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