Door Host

San Jose Improv; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

San Jose Improv seeks Door Hosts/Hostesses to deliver a high-quality guest experience during live shows. You will manage entrances, greet guests, seat them, and ensure proper seating and decorum.

Required: high school diploma or equivalent, 1–3 years in a restaurant/club setting, and relevant certifications (ServSafe, TIPS/LEAD). Flexible availability including nights and weekends is needed.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years experience in restaurant/club environment.
• ServSafe Food Handler and TIPS or LEAD Certificate; in regulation with County or State requirements.
• Friendly, outgoing and possess excellent communications skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entrance before, during and after the performance.
• Greet guests and seat them per the seating process.
• Monitor showroom to prevent talking, heckling, or photography.
• Ensure compliance with liquor laws and age restrictions.
• Remove unruly guests as needed and assist management.

Skills

Friendly

Communication

Flexible hours

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college

ServSafe Food Handler

TIPS or LEAD Certificate

Job description

Description

Do you like having a blast and working with great people? We do! If you want to feel excited on your way to work and can't wait to be a part of team that delivers laughter to customers and team members, the Improv may be the place for you. Laughter is literally part of the job!

The San Jose Improv is currently seeking Door Hosts and Hostesses who will be responsible for providing a high-quality guest experience during our live shows according to Improv standards.

Job Duties:

• Manages the entrance before, during and after the performance.
• Checks age identification to ensure compliance with age restrictions for show and State liquor laws.
• Greets guest and seats them at tables per the seating process.
• Ensures the Club is seated appropriately for each event.
• Monitors the showroom during the shows to prevent guests from talking, heckling the comics, taking pictures and recording using their cell phones.
• Attempts to limit problems and liability to customers excessive drinking.
• Assists management with removing unruly guests from the showroom.
• Takes steps to persuade customers to stop drinking, or order means of transportation for intoxicated patrons.
• Assists fellow team members as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or the equivalent, some college.
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in Restaurant/Club environment
• ServSafe Food Handler and TIPS or LEAD Certificate; in regulation with County or State requirements.
• Friendly, outgoing and possess excellent communications skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights/weekends, accommodating concerning scheduling needs and requirements.

About the Improv:
For over half a century, the Improv Comedy Clubs have remained the premier stages for live comedy in the United States. Over the decades, the talent who have graced our stages represent the Who's Who in American comedy, including Richard Pryor, Billy Crystal, Lily Tomlin, Andy Kaufman, Eddie Murphy, Tim Allen, Jay Leno, Chris Rock, Dane Cook, Ellen DeGeneres, Jamie Foxx, Adam Sandler, Jeff Dunham, and Dave Chappelle.
Today, the Improv stage continues to be the premier live venue for comedians and comedy lovers alike. Check us out at www.improv.com!