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Happy Cafe
Weekend Host
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$29,323 / year median in Virginia
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Weekend Host Happy Cafe - 4.6 Virginia Beach, VA Job Details Part-time From $13 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Active listening Basic math Cash register Organizational skills Appointment scheduling Full Job Description Overview 7 hours on Saturday and 7 hours on Sunday. Join our vibrant hospitality team as a Weekend Host, where your energy and guest-focused attitude will create memorable experiences for every visitor. In this dynamic role, you'll be the friendly face welcoming guests, managing reservations, and ensuring smooth seating and service flow during busy weekend hours. Your enthusiasm and organizational skills will help foster a warm, inviting atmosphere that keeps guests coming back. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your hospitality skills while contributing to a lively dining environment. Duties Greet guests warmly upon arrival, providing exceptional customer service and clear communication Manage restaurant reservations using industry-standard table management systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS Coordinate seating arrangements efficiently to optimize table turnover and guest satisfaction Answer phone inquiries with professionalism, providing information about wait times, reservations, and restaurant offerings Maintain accurate records of reservations, waitlists, and guest preferences to enhance guest relations Support food safety standards by ensuring proper procedures are followed during guest interactions Collaborate with the dining team to facilitate seamless guest experiences from arrival to departure Experience Prior experience as a host or hostess in a restaurant or food service environment is preferred Strong communication skills, including phone etiquette and active listening abilities Familiarity with restaurant reservation management systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS is highly desirable Demonstrated organizational skills to manage multiple tables and reservations efficiently Basic math skills for handling waitlist calculations and billing procedures Knowledge of food safety practices and hospitality standards to ensure guest well-being and satisfaction Previous experience with POS systems like Micros POS or Aloha POS is a plus This role is perfect for individuals passionate about hospitality who thrive in fast-paced environments. If you're eager to develop your guest relations skills, enjoy working with people, and want to be part of a lively team dedicated to exceptional service, we encourage you to apply!