Guest Experience Lead Host

Saranello's

Wheeling (IL)

On-site

USD 19,000 - 28,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant Discounts
Employee Assistance Program - Focusing
Paid Vacation
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical
Dental & Vision Insurance
Life, Accident Protection & Critical},
Domestic Partner Benefits
401(k)

Job summary

Saranello’s, a rustic trattoria in Wheeling, IL, seeks Lead Host Staff to coordinate guest seating and reservations, manage wait lists and ensure smooth table turnover while maintaining a warm, professional demeanor. The Lead Host is the first and last contact with guests and oversees host team training and performance.

At least 2 years of host experience in a high-volume restaurant is required. Benefits include discounts, employee assistance, paid vacation for qualifying employees, BCBS medical

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of host experience in a high-volume restaurant.
  • Ability to coordinate guest seating and reservations for the host team.
  • Strong communication and guest-relations skills.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate guest seating and reservations for the host team.
  • Effectively manage wait lists and provide accurate wait times.
  • Coordinate with management to ensure smooth table turnover.
  • Maintain a professional, warm demeanor throughout each shift.

Skills

Lead Host experience
Team coordination
Guest service

Tools

Reservation system

Job description

Saranello’s, a rustic trattoria in Wheeling, IL, seeks Lead Host Staff to coordinate guest seating and reservations, manage wait lists and ensure smooth table turnover while maintaining a warm, professional demeanor. The Lead Host is the first and last contact with guests and oversees host team training and performance.

At least 2 years of host experience in a high-volume restaurant is required. Benefits include discounts, employee assistance, paid vacation for qualifying employees, BCBS medical

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