Host

Twice; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 13,776 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A local dining venue in Reading, PA, is looking for a part-time Host/Hostess. The key responsibilities include greeting guests, managing reservations, and ensuring cleanliness in service areas. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and excellent customer service skills. Positions may require working extended hours during golf and holiday seasons. The opportunity offers a dynamic work environment in a busy dining setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or related experience.
• Ability to read and speak English may be needed.
• Completion of Alcohol Awareness Training required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort guests to their tables.
• Assist with side work and bussing tables.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of service areas.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Familiarity with point of sales (POS) systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Host / Hostess, [PART-TIME]

Responsibilities

• Welcomes each guest with a friendly greeting and escorts to their assigned table
• Seats guests in station rotation while maintaining guest lists and following/enforcing check issue procedures
• Assigns opening and/or closing side duties and supervises side work; ensures completed set ups of all stations before service staff departure
• Assists with side work and/or assisting service staff with bussing tables, taking cocktail orders, etc.
• Maintains reservation book, takes incoming telephone calls, notes reservations and special requests by guests
• Retains knowledge of all menu items, prices and general service procedures
• Responsible for standards of appearance and cleanliness in all service areas
• Remains visible on dining room floor and is easily accessible to guests, staff and management
• Checks all tables before service to ensure proper settings
• Communicates guest requests and concerns to the department manager
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance
• Regular and reliable attendance
• Performs other duties as required by supervisor

Education and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job
• Must complete Alcohol Awareness Training
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of point of sales (POS) system

Working Conditions

• The employee often is required to stand, walk, talk, and listen
• The employee must be able to lift up to 10 lbs. regularly
• While performing the required duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to reach with arms and hands, use hands, taste, smell, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Noise level is moderate
• Work extended hours during golf and holiday season
• Work weekends and holidays