Position Overview: We are seeking a long-term professional and welcoming Host to assist with the front-of-house activities at our restaurant. As the first point of contact, the Host plays a crucial role in ensuring guests receive a warm welcome and enjoy a memorable dining experience from arrival to departure. Must have weekend and holiday availability year-round.
Key Responsibilities:
- Guest Reception: Warmly greet guests upon their arrival, manage reservations, and oversee seating arrangements to ensure a smooth flow of service.
- Guest Service: Address and accommodate special requests, dietary needs, and seating preferences to enhance guest satisfaction.
- Communication: Act as the primary liaison between guests and restaurant staff, ensuring clear and effective communication to facilitate efficient service and address any guest concerns promptly.
- Operational Efficiency: Assist in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the guest reception area, manage dining menus, and ensure all front-of-house materials are up-to-date and well presented.
- Safety Compliance: Monitor and maintain compliance with all restaurant safety standards and sanitation regulations, ensuring a clean and safe environment for both guests and staff.
Qualifications:
- Customer Service Experience: Prior experience in customer service or a hospitality role, with a demonstrated ability to engage and satisfy guests.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of interacting warmly and effectively with guests and team members.
- Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail, ensuring all aspects of the guest experience are managed effectively from cleanliness to personal interactions.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and adapt to changing business needs.
- Team Collaboration: Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment, supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive workplace.
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From our original location in Portland’s Pearl District, to Brix South in Tualatin, Brix Tavern offers a menu of enduring American tavern fare that is as comforting as the vibe. From weekend brunch to lunch and dinner and happy hour in between, our talented Executive Chefs, and their culinary team have enhanced classic tavern fare with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The portions are also perfect for sharing!
Brix Tavern also features a bar menu filled with select craft beers, handcrafted cocktails, a generous happy hour and a tasty weekend brunch complete with complimentary warm donuts.
Dine indoor or outside (weather permitting), take it home or have it delivered, whatever you choose, Brix is happy to serve you! Groups large and small are always welcome. Reservations are highly encouraged.