Guest Experience Host | Reservations & Walk-In Support

Uchi Restaurants, LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k Savings

Dining discounts

Employee referral program

Job summary

Uchi Washington D.C. is accepting resumes for Hosts. Located in downtown D.C., you will support service by managing reservations and walk-ins, setting guest expectations, providing cocktail service for waiting guests, and creating memorable guest experiences.

Compensation ranges from $16 to $20 per hour plus tips, with hosts earning on average about $22 per hour with base pay and tips. Hai Hospitality offers benefits and opportunities for growth within a multi-concept group.

Qualifications

• Must be able to effectively communicate with guests and other employees.
• Detect and identify safety issues, and comply with safety guidelines and standards.
• Lift and carry trays, dishes, equipment, and goods up to 50 lbs, stock inventory, and perform restocking duties.
• Must have the ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Bend, stoop, and reach to access various areas and items.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work in a variety of temperatures, both hot and cold.
• Lift, push, or pull objects such as tables and chairs to reconfigure seating arrangements.
• Ability to use kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, such as ovens, grills, and knives.
• Maintain a neat and organized workspace, including proper storage of supplies and cleaning of surfaces.
• Move quickly and efficiently to respond to customer needs
• Ability to work in close proximity to coworkers in a crowded kitchen or serving area
• Tolerate exposure to potential allergens and food odors
• Maintain a professional and hygienic appearance, including proper uniform and personal grooming
• Understand directives and communicate effectively with Leadership and coworkers
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions

Responsibilities

• Manage reservations and walk-ins to support service.
• Set guest expectations for dining experiences.
• Provide cocktail service for waiting guests.
• Create memorable guest experiences through attentive service.

Skills

Guest communication

Safety compliance

Lifting 50 lbs

Stamina for fast-paced

Job description

Uchi Washington D.C. is accepting resumes for Hosts. Located in downtown D.C., you will support service by managing reservations and walk-ins, setting guest expectations, providing cocktail service for waiting guests, and creating memorable guest experiences.

Compensation ranges from $16 to $20 per hour plus tips, with hosts earning on average about $22 per hour with base pay and tips. Hai Hospitality offers benefits and opportunities for growth within a multi-concept group.