Host team-Bungalow Kitchen. Weekend only

long beach, CA

Autofill and Review

6 days ago

Job Description

Objective/Purpose of the Position

The Host is the first and last impression for guests, managing the door, reservations, and seating flow with warmth and professionalism in a fast-paced, elevated California bistro.The Host works closely with the General Manager and Assistant General Manager to manage guest flow and deliver an exceptional welcome.

Tasks/Responsibilities

Guest Experience

Warmly greet and welcome guests upon arrival and thank them upon departure.

Manage reservations, waitlists, and seating to optimize guest flow and table turns.

Communicate wait times accurately and manage the door during peak service.

Answer phones, take reservations, and respond to guest inquiries professionally.

Collect guest preferences and notes.

Coordination & SupportCoordinate seating with servers and management to balance sections.

Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming entrance and host area.

Communicate guest needs, special requests, and concerns to management.Compliance

Follow all health, safety, and sanitation requirements and report concerns to management.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, often for the duration of a shift.

Ability to lift and carry moderate loads (typically up to 35 pounds), such as trays, glass racks, and supplies.

Ability to bend, reach, and move quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Frequent interaction with guests and staff, including clear verbal communication.

Preferred Experience/Minimum Qualifications

California Food Handler Card preferred, or obtained within 30 days of hire.

Minimum of 3 years of guest-facing hospitality experience in a fast-paced, elevated environment.

Experience with reservation/waitlist systems (e.g., OpenTable or Resy) preferred.

Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, elevated bistro environment with a genuine passion for food, beverage, and hospitality.

Numbers & Facts

Location

long beach, CA

Skills

Communication Skillsunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Physical Demandsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
Telephone Skillsunmatched

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