Hospitality Host: Warm Welcomes & Efficient Seating

Benihana - Temecula; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Job summary

Benihana - Temecula is seeking a friendly and professional host/hostess to welcome guests, seat them promptly, and coordinate with servers for a smooth dining experience.

The role requires prior host/hostess experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting, eligibility to work in the United States, and a high school diploma or GED is preferred. You will answer phones, manage reservations, and help maintain an organized host stand.

Qualifications

• Previous host/hostess experience in restaurant or hospitality required.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Greets guests warmly and escorts them to tables with a smile.
• Balances seating flow among server stations and respects party size.
• Answers phones with a professional greeting and takes reservations when needed.
• Relays guest seating information to servers and bussers to ensure smooth service.
• Maintains clean, organized host stand and keeps necessary supplies stocked.
• Provides menus and seating information to guests and handles special seating requests.

Skills

Host/hostess experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Benihana - Temecula is seeking a friendly and professional host/hostess to welcome guests, seat them promptly, and coordinate with servers for a smooth dining experience.

The role requires prior host/hostess experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting, eligibility to work in the United States, and a high school diploma or GED is preferred. You will answer phones, manage reservations, and help maintain an organized host stand.