Host

Torsap Thai Kitchen; Hudson (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay + potential tip share

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts on food and beverages

Opportunities to grow into serving or other FOH roles

Fun, fast-paced work environment

On-the-job training and development

Job summary

Torsap Thai Kitchen in Hudson, Illinois is looking for a friendly and professional individual to join their team. Responsibilities include greeting guests, managing seating, communicating with staff, and maintaining cleanliness. Candidates should have strong customer service skills and the ability to multitask. The position offers competitive hourly pay, flexible scheduling, employee discounts, and opportunities for growth. Join a fun and fast-paced work environment where on-the-job training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Greet all guests promptly with a friendly, welcoming attitude.
• Manage the waitlist and seating flow to ensure efficient service.
• Escort guests to tables and provide them with knowledge of any specials.
• Communicate clearly with servers and management about table status.

Skills

Strong customer service and interpersonal skills

Excellent communication and organization

Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure

Friendly, outgoing, and professional demeanor

Attention to detail and awareness of restaurant flow

Ability to handle difficult situations with patience and professionalism

Basic phone and reservation system skills

Team-oriented mindset

Job description

Responsibilities

• Greet all guests promptly with a friendly, welcoming attitude
• Manage the waitlist and seating flow to ensure efficient service
• Escort guests to tables and provide them with knowledge of any specials
• Communicate clearly with servers and management about table status
• Answer phone calls and assist with reservations or guest inquiries
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the host stand and entry area
• Monitor restaurant flow and adjust seating to support the kitchen and bar
• Assist with light cleaning, resetting tables, and supporting FOH as needed
• Provide accurate wait times and manage guest expectations

Skills

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and organization
• Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure
• Friendly, outgoing, and professional demeanor
• Attention to detail and awareness of restaurant flow
• Ability to handle difficult situations with patience and professionalism
• Basic phone and reservation system skills (or willingness to learn)
• Team-oriented mindset

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay + potential tip share (to-go orders)
• Flexible scheduling
• Employee discounts on food and beverages
• Opportunities to grow into serving or other FOH roles
• Fun, fast-paced work environment
• On-the-job training and development