Guest Experience Host – High-Profile Restaurant Opening

Knekt Hiring Hub; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-profile restaurant group is seeking a Restaurant Reception Host for their new opening in Birmingham. This role will involve being the first point of contact for guests, managing the front desk and reservations, and ensuring smooth communication and service flow. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in hospitality, strong multitasking abilities, and a friendly demeanor. The position offers a £35,000 salary along with opportunities for career advancement and additional perks like staff meals and training.

Benefits

Staff meals

Training

Group-wide discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience in restaurant reception or hospitality preferred.
• Calm and professional under pressure during busy service periods.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and peak service times.

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat guests with confidence, warmth, and professionalism.
• Manage reservations, waitlists, and table flow effectively.
• Handle phone and online booking enquiries.

Skills

Friendly and guest-focused

Strong multitasking skills

Effective communication

Tools

Reservation systems

Basic POS software

Job description

A high-profile restaurant group is seeking a Restaurant Reception Host for their new opening in Birmingham. This role will involve being the first point of contact for guests, managing the front desk and reservations, and ensuring smooth communication and service flow. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in hospitality, strong multitasking abilities, and a friendly demeanor. The position offers a £35,000 salary along with opportunities for career advancement and additional perks like staff meals and training.