Host

MOMOCOLV-REST LLC; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision/dental/medical insurance

Paid time off

Cell phone data reimbursement

Gym discount

Pre-tax commuter benefit

Job summary

Momofuku Las Vegas, located in The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, is seeking a polished Host to warmly welcome guests and manage the seating flow. You will coordinate the reservation system, prioritize bookings, and seat walk-ins while maintaining the restaurant's standards.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of host/restaurant experience in a high-volume setting, excellent communication, and a hospitality-focused mindset. Join our team and contribute to our dynamic front-of-house culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of host and/or restaurant experience in a high-volume environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must possess exceptional work ethic, strong sense of hospitality, and a collaborative attitude.
• Ability to work in an organized and professional manner.
• Able to work in a standing/walking position for long periods of time.
• Ability to demonstrate quick thinking and adaptability in a constantly changing environment.
• Receptive to constructive criticism and performance feedback.

Responsibilities

• Greet all guests entering the restaurant and thank all guests leaving the restaurant.
• Manage reservation system.
• Ensure reservations are prioritized and seated in a timely manner.
• Strive to accommodate walk-in guests whenever possible.
• Clearly and politely communicate with guests when delays and/or waits occur.
• Maintain an organized floor by quickly and efficiently seating guests according to company standards.
• Understand and operate the reservation/seating system.
• Maintain professional and warm guest communications - inside the restaurant or via phone/email.
• Recognize key people in the industry, VIP guests and contacts related to the company and follow company protocol related to their visit.
• Communicate respectfully and clearly with service team and management.
• Support team members in the completion of their duties to ensure satisfaction of all guests before, during, and after service.
• Engage management for any guest issue or complaint.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization at the host stand and front door area.
• Additional service and/or operational tasks as determined by manager.
• Adhere to grooming and dress code standards.
• Assist teammates to anticipate all other Front of House needs

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Hospitality mindset

Professional demeanor

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Job description

About MomofukuEstablished by chef and founder David Chang in 2004 with the opening of Momofuku Noodle Bar, Momofuku has grown to include restaurants in New York City, Washington D.C., Sydney, Toronto, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles; a casual chicken spot (Fuku); and a bakery (Milk Bar), established by award-winning pastry chef Christina Tosi. The restaurants have gained world-wide recognition for their innovative take on cuisine, while supporting local, sustainable and responsible farmers and food purveyors.Momofuku Las VegasMomofuku Las Vegas is located in The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. We offer a variety of dining styles from lunch to late night. Stop by for a quick snack and drink in our Peach Bar, hang at the chef’s counter for buns and a bowl of noodles, or share a celebratory family-style meals in our Main Dining Room. Our menu is constantly evolving but continually draws influence from the US, Korea, and Japan.As the first (and last) point of contact, Momofuku Hosts are friendly and warm, yet professional and exacting. We are looking for well-presented, engaging individuals who will be excited to provide knowledgeable, approachable, efficient, energetic, and thoughtful service while upholding Momofuku standards and values.ResponsibilitiesGreet all guests entering the restaurant and thank all guests leaving the restaurantManage reservation systemEnsure reservations are prioritized and seated in a timely mannerStrive to accommodate walk-in guests whenever possibleClearly and politely communicate with guests when delays and/or waits occurMaintain an organized floor by quickly and efficiently seating guests according to company standardsUnderstand and operate the reservation/seating systemMaintain professional and warm guest communications - inside the restaurant or via phone/emailRecognize key people in the industry, VIP guests and contacts related to the company and follow company protocol related to their visitCommunicate respectfully and clearly with service team and managementSupport team members in the completion of their duties to ensure satisfaction of all guests before, during, and after serviceEngage management for any guest issue or complaintMaintain cleanliness and organization at the host stand and front door areaAdditional service and/or operational tasks as determined by managerAdhere to grooming and dress code standardsAssist teammates to anticipate all other Front of House needsSkills and RequirementsMinimum 1 year of host and/or restaurant experience in a high-volume environmentExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsMust possess exceptional work ethic, strong sense of hospitality, and a collaborative attitudeAbility to work in an organized and professional mannerAble to work in a standing/walking position for long periods of timeAbility to demonstrate quick thinking and adaptability in a constantly changing environmentReceptive to constructive criticism and performance feedbackPhysical DemandsThe physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, standing, for 4 to 8 hours, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.The duties of this position may change from time to time. Momofuku reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Momofuku or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.What's in it for you?Momofuku features an ever-changing, evolving menu, with limitless opportunities for creativity. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including vision/dental/medical insurance, paid time off, cell phone data reimbursement, gym discount, pre-taxed commuter benefit, plus more after required wait periods. We encourage our employees to grow and learn, and offer many opportunities for personal and career development.Momofuku is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.