Host (Part Time) at Salt Harvest

HOST (PART TIME) AT SALT HARVEST

Reports to Restaurant Manager; position is non-exempt

THE ROLE

The Host reports to Food + Beverage Leadership and works in a team environment with other F+B. It is critical the person in this position possesses a background and knowledge in Host techniques and has a natural ability to manage time. As the gate keeper to our venues, you play an integral part of a team of hospitality professionals. You work collaboratively with the team to ensure the arrival experience is personalized and memorable.

WHAT''S IN IT FOR YOU

• $22.00 hourly rate plus tips
• Paid Vacation, Seattle Paid Sick and Safe Time and Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Paid time off to volunteer for the causes you care about in your community
• Strong sense of belonging through diversity, equity, and inclusion

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Uphold and model the company's principles of People, Place and Character, driving collaboration, intuition, and translocal hospitality.
• Assist in all aspects of a guest's experience from beginning to end by extending a friendly greeting in an inviting environment, ensuring proper set-up the host stand and room, reviewing reservations and on requests in a friendly and timely manner
• Participate in daily lineups and staff meetings to further develop ideas and objectives with the service team
• Inspect the cleanliness of each section and private dining room and check each table prior to opening to ensure its properly set
• Pick up the daily menus and inspect every menu and list to ensure their condition and appearance
• Develop a complete working knowledge of the menus, menu ingredients and what is unavailable for the day
• Know the server stations, their daily assignments, their personal timing patterns, and their maximum workload capacity
• Answer telephones according to hotel standard and take reservations or provide information regarding the restaurant or any other hotel service
• Observe conditions of all physical facilities and relay any challenges to the food and beverage leadership team to make corrections and improvements as needed
• Assist in other areas of the F&B Department as needed

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Passion for the People, Place and Culture of our community, love of restaurants and guest service also required
• Minimum of one (1) years of experience as a Host in either a free-standing or hotel restaurant
• Experience with taking, making, and executing reservations in a reservation platform
• Availability to work a flexible schedule to include mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays
• Fluency in English, verbal and written
• Ability to continuously stand and/or walk for the majority of a shift
• Ability to lift and/or carry 30 lbs. (chair, table, tray, crate, box, etc.)

WHO WE ARE

Hotels done differently. At Aparium, we believe in the power of People, Place and Character.  We ensure our hotels are a place where individuals are valued and celebrated, elevating our associates' pride in who they are, where they live and who we serve.  Our hotel is a tribute to the neighborhoods and the people of the communities where we operate.

Rooted in the flavors of the Pacific Northwest, Salt Harvest brings hearth-inspired cooking to the table. Open flame, smoke, and char shape a menu built around fresh seafood, locally grown produce, and sustainably sourced meats. Small plates invite sharing, while bold, comforting entrées highlight the depth of each ingredient. With a warm, welcoming atmosphere, it offers an experience of honest flavors, good company, and food that feels both timeless and full of character. Learn more about Salt Harvest HERE.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are, where they come from and take pride in who we serve. Aparium is an E-Verify employer.