Host | Yakimono

LUCAS Restaurants; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucas Collective is seeking Hosts for Yakimono, our vibrant Japanese dining venue in Melbourne’s CBD. You will deliver exceptional service to guests, coordinate and communicate multiple elements of the floor, and bring a charismatic approach to your work.

Candidates will have host experience in high-volume restaurants, immaculate presentation, excellent communication, and a can-do attitude. OpenTable experience, strong time management, and full weekend availability are highly valued to keep our

Qualifications

• Experience as a Host in a vibrant, high-volume restaurant.
• Immaculate presentation and exceptional communication.
• Demonstrated experience in exceeding guest expectations.
• Adaptable and able to multi-task effectively.
• Strong work ethic and a "can do" attitude.
• Outgoing personality and genuine interest in the day to day operations.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Outstanding time management.
• Experience with OpenTable favourable.
• Full availability including weekends, public holidays, opening and closing shifts.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and communicate multiple elements within the restaurant to ensure smooth service.
• Provide guest-centric service and maintain energy during busy periods.

Skills

Host experience

Immaculate presentation

Excellent communication

Guest satisfaction

Multi-tasking

Strong work ethic

Outgoing personality

Attention to detail

Time management

OpenTable experience

Weekend availability

Job description

About Yakimono

A creative tribute to Japanese cuisine, Yakimono is an exuberant inner-urban Japanese eating house in the heart of the CBD. The colourful and high energy Yakimono joined the Lucas Collective family in late 2021.

About Lucas Collective

Proudly founder-owned and led, our independent hospitality collective is home to the country’s most loved and acclaimed restaurant, bar and event brands — including Chin Chin, Maison Batârd, Society, Grill Americano, Yakimono and more.

About the Opportunity

We are looking for the industry’s best Hosts to join our team to deliver exceptional service to our guests. Coordinate and communicate a multitude of elements within the restaurant. You will be guest focused and bring a charismatic approach to your work.

The Ideal Candidate Must Have

• Experience as a Host in a vibrant, high-volume restaurant
• Immaculate presentation and exceptional communication
• Demonstrated experience in exceeding guest expectations
• Adaptable and able to multi-task effectively
• Strong work ethic and a "can do" attitude
• Outgoing personality and genuine interest in the day to day operations
• Excellent attention to detail
• Outstanding time management
• Experience with OpenTable favourable
• Full availability including weekends, public holidays, opening and closing shifts

Working with Lucas Collective

At Lucas Collective, we champion growth. We recognise talent, celebrate success and create space for individuals to thrive, proudly offering a culture that’s inclusive, inspiring and grounded in respect. Our tailored training approach marries on-the-floor experience with our own digital education platform and we offer access to an array of career-changing opportunities.

For more information on what it’s like to work at Lucas Collective, visit www.lucascollective.com.

Lucas Collective is a company that values its people and its culture. We offer competitive salaries, generous discounts in our venues, and development opportunities to support and grow your career.