Host

Tavistock Restaurant Collection; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at an esteemed restaurant in the Lake Nona community, where you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional hospitality. As a Host/Hostess, you will be the first and last point of contact for our guests, ensuring their dining experience is memorable. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic organization that values professional development and a people-focused culture. If you are passionate about customer service and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Previous hospitality experience is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and maintain high standards of hospitality.
• Manage reservations and table availability using the system.
• Handle guest complaints professionally and ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Customer Focus

Communication

Problem Solving

Adaptability & Flexibility

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Description

Canvas Restaurant & Market

One of the most popular restaurants in the Lake Nona community, Canvas Restaurant and Market menu features New American cuisine influenced by Florida’s Southern and Latin American roots and seasonally sourced local produce and Atlantic seafood. Serving lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch with breakfast available in the market.

Canvas is part of Tavistock Restaurant Collection which represents one of many concepts throughout the nation and provides unique growth opportunities with an ever-expanding organization. We offer our employees competitive pay, professional development, and a people-focused culture.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Host/Hostess is responsible for delivering hospitality to our guests with genuine and personable conversation. This position is critical to our guests’ overall experience as the Host/Hostess is the first and last impression. He/she must exceed the guest experience by aspiring to go above and beyond in providing exceptional service that will compel our guests to continue to come back.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Maintain proper grooming and uniform standards
• Greet guests with a genuine welcome while making a fantastic first impression
• Deliver genuine hospitality to and establish emotional connections with our guests
• Contribute to the overall teamwork and success of the restaurant
• Communicate effectively with guests and team members
• Assist guests to their tables while engaging in polite conversation and delivering a great experience
• Answer the telephones and take requests for reservations accurately
• Take orders, in person or over the telephone, for takeout orders and packages to go food accurately
• Update table availability and manage dining room effectively using the table management system
• Handle guest complaints professionally and alert a manager immediately
• Communicate with managers and servers regarding table availability, key table updates, or special requests made by guests
• Follow up with guests about their meal and dining experience to ensure great guest satisfaction
• Maintain high level of cleanliness and sanitation
• Demonstrate professional and gracious demeanor at all times
• Perform all opening, running, and closing duties accurately
• Perform any job function requested by the management team
  

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Adaptability & Flexibility – Adapts to changing business needs, conditions, and work responsibilities and works with a variety of situations, individuals, groups, and varying customer needs
• Attention to Detail – Diligently attends to details and pursues quality in accomplishing tasks
• Communication – Listens to others and communicates in an effective manner
• Confidence – A matured and justified self-belief in one’s ability to do the job, and the conveyance of that behalf
• Customer Focus – Builds and maintains customer satisfaction with the services offered by TRC; provides excellent customer service to both guests and team members
• Initiative – Recognizes situations that warrant initiative and moves forward without hesitation; reasonably resolves issues, problems, or situations
• Problem Solving – Resolves difficult or complicated challenges
• Teamwork – Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals and deliverables

Benefits:

401(k), Dental insurance, Employee discount, Health insurance, Health savings account, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, Referral program, Retirement plan, Vision insurance

Requirements

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: High School; able to communicate (speak, read, and write) in English

Experience: Previous hospitality experience is preferred

Computer Skills: N/A

Certificates & Licenses: N/A

Other Requirements: N/A