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Lumi Restaurant
Host
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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.
$28,466 / year median in Minnesota
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Join our dynamic team as a Host, where you will be the welcoming face and first point of contact for our guests. This energetic role is vital in creating a positive and memorable dining experience by managing reservations, coordinating seating, and ensuring smooth guest flow. Your enthusiasm and organizational skills will help set the tone for an exceptional hospitality environment, fostering guest satisfaction from the moment they arrive. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your customer service and restaurant management skills in a lively, fast-paced setting. Duties Greet guests warmly upon arrival, providing friendly and professional customer service Manage restaurant reservations efficiently using restaurant table management systems such as Aloha POS or similar platforms Coordinate seating arrangements to optimize table utilization and reduce wait times Answer incoming phone calls with proper phone etiquette, handling reservation inquiries and guest questions effectively Maintain clear communication with servers and kitchen staff to ensure timely seating and guest satisfaction Assist with guest relations by addressing concerns promptly and courteously Support food safety protocols by ensuring cleanliness and organization at the host stand and waiting areas Experience Prior experience as a host or hostess in a restaurant or food service environment is preferred Strong customer service skills with a positive attitude and excellent communication abilities Familiarity with restaurant reservation management systems, including POS systems like Aloha POS, is advantageous Basic math skills for handling reservations, waitlist management, and guest billing inquiries Demonstrated organizational skills to manage multiple tables and guest requests efficiently Knowledge of food safety standards and hospitality best practices to ensure a safe dining environment Experience in phone communication, demonstrating professionalism and proper phone etiquette This role is perfect for individuals passionate about hospitality who thrive on delivering exceptional guest experiences. We value energetic team players eager to contribute to a vibrant dining atmosphere while honing their skills in restaurant operations.