HOST

The Avra Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Days

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Opportunities for career growth and提升

Job summary

The Avra Group is hiring a Host/Hostess in New York, NY, to create a warm, professional guest welcome and manage reservations, seating flow, and guest communication. You will collaborate with servers, management, and the culinary team to ensure smooth front-of-house operations.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of upscale dining experience, excellent communication, and strong multitasking abilities. A polished appearance and commitment to guest service are essential.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of host/hostess experience in upscale or fine dining.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain composed in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Professional appearance and polished demeanor.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional guest service.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and greet guests with a warm, professional, and hospitable approach.
• Manage reservations, waitlists, and seating assignments to optimize table flow and guest satisfaction.
• Coordinate with servers, management, and culinary teams to ensure efficient service and communication.
• Answer phone calls, provide restaurant information, and assist with reservation inquiries.
• Accommodate guest requests, special occasions, and seating preferences while maintaining operational standards.
• Monitor dining room flow and assist in maintaining an organized and efficient guest experience.
• Maintain a clean, organized host stand and reception area.
• Support opening, closing, and side-work duties as needed.
• Uphold the restaurant’s standards for hospitality, professionalism, and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Professional appearance

Guest service

Organization

Host experience

Job description

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HOST

Full Time New York, NY, US

Salary Range: $18.00 To $20.00 Hourly

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Host/Hostess creates the first impression of the restaurant by providing warm, professional, and attentive hospitality to every guest. This role manages the arrival experience, reservations, seating flow, and guest communication while ensuring a smooth and efficient front-of-house operation.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Welcome and greet guests with a warm, professional, and hospitable approach.
• Manage reservations, waitlists, and seating assignments to optimize table flow and guest satisfaction.
• Coordinate with servers, management, and culinary teams to ensure efficient service and communication.
• Answer phone calls, provide restaurant information, and assist with reservation inquiries.
• Accommodate guest requests, special occasions, and seating preferences while maintaining operational standards.
• Monitor dining room flow and assist in maintaining an organized and efficient guest experience.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional host stand and reception area.
• Support opening, closing, and side-work duties as needed.
• Uphold the restaurant’s standards for hospitality, professionalism, and guest satisfaction.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-2 years of host/hostess experience in an upscale or fine dining restaurant preferred.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain composed in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Professional appearance and polished demeanor.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional guest service.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to move efficiently throughout the dining room and host area.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive motions while completing service duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment with moderate to high noise levels.
• Ability to work around dining room traffic, kitchen activity, and varying temperatures.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

BENEFITS:

• Paid Sick Days
• Health, dental, and vision benefits may vary based on employment status.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.