Guest Experience Host - Lakeside Bar & Dining

HEI Hotels & Resorts

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 26,000

Full time

11 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Hotel room discounts

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Host/Hostess in Chicago. You will greet guests, escort them to tables, and present menus, delivering warm, attentive service that sets the tone for a memorable dining experience.

Responsibilities include maintaining logs, coordinating with shifts, and ensuring dining room readiness. You will handle reservations, assist with special events, and contribute to a seamless guest journey in our vibrant setting.

Qualifications

  • Ability to understand guest requests, reservations, and promotional materials.
  • Ability to remember menu items and seating arrangements.
  • Ability to move through a crowded dining room to seat guests.
  • Strong communication with guests, supervisors, and coworkers.

Responsibilities

  • Meet and greet guests, offer seating choices, and escort to tables.
  • Maintain logbook and coordinate between shifts.
  • Keep dining room setup proper and organized.
  • Manage reservations and special function arrangements.
  • Adhere to attendance rules and be reliable.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Guest service
Communication
Multitasking
Problem solving
Team collaboration

Job description

HEI Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Host/Hostess in Chicago. You will greet guests, escort them to tables, and present menus, delivering warm, attentive service that sets the tone for a memorable dining experience.

Responsibilities include maintaining logs, coordinating with shifts, and ensuring dining room readiness. You will handle reservations, assist with special events, and contribute to a seamless guest journey in our vibrant setting.

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