Host

Churchill Downs Incorporated; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 2,204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (Vision & Dental)

Paid Time Off

401k with Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Team Member Engagement

Referral Plan

Job summary

Churchill Downs Incorporated in Erie, PA, is seeking a Host/Hostess to set the tone for a memorable dining experience. You’ll greet guests, manage seating, and coordinate reservations to ensure smooth service in a busy restaurant.

Responsibilities include welcoming guests, guiding seating, maintaining a positive demeanor, and assisting in the dining room during peak times. A high school diploma is preferred, along with hospitality experience; licensing may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred but not required.
• One year of food or hospitality service experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, procedure manuals, and menus.
• Basic computer skills.
• Candidate must be able to obtain appropriate licensing.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and seat patrons according to the restaurant layout.
• Take reservations and assist in seating guests in a positive, friendly manner.
• Maintain knowledge of menu items and restaurant operations.
• Communicate guest compliments or complaints to management in a timely manner.
• Work nights, weekends, holidays and special events.
• Assist in the dining room as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Hospitality experience preferred

Tools

POS System

Job description

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Presque Isle Downs & Casino, conveniently located off of I90 in Erie, PA, features table games, slots, sportsbook, entertainment, live thoroughbred horse racing, and year-round simulcast racing. The casino features the latest technology and amenities designed for guest comfort and expectations. The property features three restaurants, including two award-winning restaurants - Churchill’s Bourbon & Brew and LBV Steakhouse. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available. Call 1-800-GAMBLER.

Benefits of being a PID team member…

• Health insurance (including Vision and Dental!) the first of the month following 30 days of employment for regular FT Team Members
• Accrual of Paid Time Off for FT and PT
• 401k with Company Match – 100% vested at sign up
• Company Stock Purchase Plan
• Team Member Engagement
• Team Member Referral Plan

JOB SUMMARY

Love meeting new people? Join our team as a Host/Hostess and set the tone for an unforgettable dining experience! You’ll greet guests, manage seating, and keep the restaurant running smoothly while delivering exceptional hospitality.

Candidate acts as a host/hostess for the restaurant by taking reservations, greeting guests and seating guests in a positive friendly manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintains full knowledge of restaurant lay-out and seats patrons based off of specific layout.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of menu items.
• Communicates to management in a timely fashion any guest compliments or complaints.
• Candidate must maintain a positive and friendly demeanor, have excellent communication skills and be able to work with the public in a large dining room.
• Candidate will assist in restaurant as needed and will perform all other duties as assigned.
• Will work nights, weekends, holidays and special events.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

There are no supervisory responsibilities in this position.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LANGUAGE ABILITY

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, procedure manuals and menus. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

MATH ABILITY

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Basic computer skills required.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

Candidate must be able to obtain appropriate licensing.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required. One year of food or hospitality service experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is loud. There is smoking in the Casino, and therefore the environment may be smoky.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Candidate must be able to sit, walk, and stand for extended periods of time. Candidate is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. Candidate is required to talk and hear. The employee may be required to lift up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Work With Us

Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.