Host

Newport Restaurant Group; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Employee ownership

35% dining discount

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discount Programs

Referral Bonus Program

Holiday Appreciation Bonus

Wholesaler Club Reimbursement Program

Vacation paid time off

Job summary

Newport Restaurant Group in Newport, RI is seeking a Host for 22 Bowen’s, RI’s Prime Steakhouse by the harbor. You will coordinate seating to ensure fast, courteous service in a casual-elegant setting.

The role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and strong communication while supporting guests during peak seasons and events on our waterfront dining destination.

Qualifications

• Flexible schedule to work days, nights, weekends and some holidays
• Restaurant and OpenTable experience preferred but training may be provided
• Friendly, outgoing with a passion for hospitality

Responsibilities

• Coordinate seating of guests to provide fast and courteous service
• Maintain a welcoming host station and assist guests as needed
• Work with team in a fast-paced environment to ensure smooth service

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Problem-solving

Standing

Lifting 25-50lb

Team collaboration

Job description

what are you waiting for? Join our team!

Host

22 Bowens

Newport, RI

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22 Bowen’s is looking for an Host to join the team. We are looking for someone with strong cooking experience.

22 Bowen’s is Rhode Island’s Prime Steakhouse; evoking Newport’s charm and sense of place as the City by the Sea’s premier waterfront dining destination. A restaurant defined by its casual elegance, indulgent food, classic drinks and warm, animated hospitality. During the iconic summer season, we open Portside, our open-air bar where guests enjoy dining on Newport’s harbor front. 22 Bowen’s is proud to be part of the Newport Restaurant Group!

About the Position:

In the Host role, you will coordinate seating of guests to provide fast and courteous service.

About You:

You are friendly, outgoing, and driven to succeed. You have a strong passion for hospitality and the ability to work well in a fast-paced, team environment.

Qualifications:

• Must have flexible schedule to work during days, nights, weekends, and some holidays as needed
• Restaurant and OpenTable experience are preferred however, we are willing to train the right candidate.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and move 25-50 pounds
• Be collaborative, using a team approach to creating an equitable workplace environment and have respectful working relationships

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation $18-$21/Hour!
• Financial & Employee Ownership:
  • Generous Company 401k match
  • Employee Ownership Opportunities
• 35% discount when dining in our locations (including food and beverages)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Programs
• Referral Bonus Program
• Holiday Appreciation Bonus

*Depending on your annual hours worked, you may also be eligible for:

• Medical
• Vision
• Flexible and Dependent Care spending account options
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Voluntary Benefits:
  • Telemedicine access
• Wholesaler Club Reimbursement Program
• Vacation paid time off

About Newport Restaurant Group:

We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company. What does it mean to work for an 100% Employee-Owned Company? If you decide to join our team, you’ll not just be an employee - you’ll be eligible to become an owner in the company. Really, there’s no catch, we invest in our employees, and they in turn invest their time, energy and talents in our businesses! We have one of the strongest, friendliest hospitality staffs in New England. Our common goal is to make people happy through great food, great locations and great teamwork. If you feel the same, we want to hear from you.