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What they do
A Host or Hostess greets customers when they arrive at a restaurant. Manages reservations, seats customers, and helps wait staff as needed with attending to customer requests and service.
$27,163 / year median in Illinois
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Attentive to the front of house, communicate and help your team tend to guests to provide excellent service. Take pride in every aspect of your work and perform with enthusiasm and a positive attitude. Organize guest reservations and traffic to ensure smooth service. Maintain personal hygiene standards, including wearing clean uniform. Past experience with Open Table is preferred. Above all, we expect all front of house staff to value teamwork, positive attitudes, and communication. Previous host experience is required. Previous food service experience is preferred, however not required.
We offer:
Flexible scheduling. Opportunities for job growth. Discounts to employees
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$16.00 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 - 24.0 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance
Physical Setting:
Casual dining restaurant Fast casual restaurant Upscale casual restaurant Application Question(s): When is the earliest day and time you would be available to come by for an interview?
Experience:
Restaurant:
1 year (Preferred)
Host/hostess:
1 year (Required)
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Discounts/Reimbursements