Host

1029 Naperville; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base wage + tips

Free meal

Telehealth benefits

Paid time off

Sick & Safe leave

401k plan

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Nando's North America is hiring a Host in Naperville, IL. The role is a welcoming, brand ambassador position with duties focused on guest flow and service style. You will be guiding guests, ensuring great experiences, and contributing to a positive dining atmosphere.

We offer a base wage with tips, free meals on shift, telehealth benefits, PTO after 1 year, Sick & Safe leave, a 401k plan, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Ability to take direction and to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Commitment to quality service, and food and beverage knowledge.
• Knowledge and comprehension of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
• Basic English language and professional communication skills are required.
• Able to independently lift to 15lbs, stand and walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Explain our unique service style in a friendly, fun, and approachable manner.
• Control the flow in the dining room and accommodate guest needs.
• Set the tone as the first and lasting impression for guests.

Skills

Base wage + tips

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Communication (English)

Job description

Nando's PERi-PERi - Host

#EveryoneIsWelcome

We are NOW HIRING for both Full-time and part-time hours. We offer a fun and rewarding job with a great supportive atmosphere. Whether you're looking to start your restaurant career, continue to grow your career, or looking to earn a few extra bucks -

PERKS + BENEFITS:

• Competitive base wageplus average of$3-$4 in tips per hour worked
• FREEmeal while on shift
• FREEtelehealth medical and mental benefits for you and your family
• Earn PTOafter 1 year andSick & Safeleave immediately
• 401k plan
• Opportunities for advancement through internal development program

Host:
Hosts are gracious, hospitable, confident, and excited to welcome our guests to the party, they are the ultimate brand ambassador! Hosts have the very important job of explaining our unique service style in a friendly, fun, and approachable manner. Hosts exemplify superior service and poise under pressure in their tone of voice, words, and body language. Hosts recognize regulars as well as first time guests. Hosts control the flow in the dining room, accommodating the needs of any special guests and ensure every guest leaves happy. They are the first and lasting impression upon our guests and set the tone for their experience.

Minimum requirements and expectations:

• Ability to take direction and to work in a team environment
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Commitment to quality service, and food and beverage knowledge
• Knowledge and comprehension of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
• Basic English language and professional communication skills are required

Physical Requirements:

• Able to independently lift to 15lbs for an extended period
• Ability to stand, walk and climb stairs with food items and dishes throughout your shift
• Must be able to walk and/or stand for 8-10 hours per day
• Hand-eye coordination
• Reaching, bending twisting, stooping
• Pushing and Pulling
• Lifting overhead
• Must be able to climb stairs in restaurants that have multiple levels

Nando's North Americaprovides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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