Dining Host

Main Event; Warrenville (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 22,730; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off food, beverages, activities, and unlimited gameplay

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Benefits and paid time off for qualifying team members

Rewards and recognition program

Job summary

Main Event in Warrenville, Illinois is hiring a Dining Host to guide guests through their dining experience while supporting the dining room and bar area. Responsibilities include greeting and seating guests, managing table assignments, and maintaining communication with servers. Ideal candidates possess a guest-focused mindset, problem-solving skills, and teamwork proficiency. Perks include a fun culture, 50% off food, and a tuition reimbursement program. Availability for various shifts is required.

Qualifications

• Prior food and beverage experience a plus but not required.
• Teamwork is a must.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Guide Guests through their dining experience.
• Greet and seat guests, managing the waitlist.
• Maintain communication with servers and management.

Skills

Guest-focused mindset

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Multi-tasking skills

Attention to detail

Education

Food Handlers Certification

Job description

**Job Description:**At Main Event, Dining Hosts guide Guests through their dining experience and support the overall experience of our dining room and bar area. As a Dining Host, you will greet and seat guests and provide constant communication with servers, server assistants, and managers. You’re also dedicated to delivering the highest standards in safety and sanitation.* Upholding our cleanliness and safety standards (We take this seriously!)* Welcome and greet all dining guests while gathering details about their visit (First impressions are everything!)* Perform table management and keep the waitlist updated* Seat the Guests or hand them off to another host* Communicate with Servers and Guests, using table touches, to ensure a seamless experience.* Thanking our Guests for coming and welcoming them back* Performing opening, mid-day, or closing duties**POSITION REQUIREMENTS*** Prior food and beverage experience a plus but not required* Guest-focused mindset (We heart our Guests!)* Teamwork is a must (Teamwork makes the dream work!)* Food Handlers Certification, as required* Strong problem-solving and multi-tasking skills* Can effectively communicate with Management, Team Members, and Guests* Attention to detail and comfort in a fast-paced environment* Availability to workdays, nights and/or weekends**PERKS!**Main Event Team Members are expected to give their best on the job, so we do our part to ensure that you have what you need to stay motivated, valued, and embrace living your best life!* Awesome culture that’s inclusive, rewarding, and FUN!* 50% off food, beverages, activities, and unlimited gameplay!* Tuition Reimbursement Program (yes, please!)* We help others grow! (internal promote culture)* Be part of a New Center Opening Team!* Our rewards and recognition program rock!* Benefits and paid time off (for those who qualify)* Our Family Fund helps our Team Members financially in their time of need* Become a Certified Trainer (aka, the best of the best!)**Main Event Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer****Salary Range:**15-16.5We are an equal opportunity employer and participate in E-Verify in states where required.### THE MAIN EVENT EXPERIENCEWalking into a Main Event is like entering a new world of lights, music, entertainment, and laughter. Every Guest is greeted by the genuine, glowing faces of Main Event Team Members as they see splashes of color and new opportunities to play.Each center is full of passionate, driven people who are serving others and making memories that bring to life our chef-inspired meals, full-service catering with private rooms, high-energy bar with the latest audio-visual technology, space for birthday parties for kids and adults, and party rooms for corporate, school, and league events.A trip to Main Event is a chance for the whole family to reconnect, celebrate, compete, eat, and play. When you’re with us, each and every moment together is the Main Event.