Host

Asada Cantina; San Clemente (CA); On-site; USD 18,752 - 26,708; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Flexible scheduling

Growth opportunities within the company

Job summary

A vibrant Mexican-style restaurant in San Clemente seeks a Host to welcome guests and provide excellent customer service. Responsibilities include greeting customers, managing wait times, and ensuring a clean reception area. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and be available for flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends. The role offers opportunities for growth within a fast-growing company. Join a team that values work-life balance and a rewarding work environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work shifts including evenings and weekends.
• Must be in good physical condition to walk or stand for long periods.
• Ability to handle customer queries effectively.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests to the restaurant with a smile.
• Provide accurate wait times and manage guest reservations.
• Escort guests to assigned dining or bar areas.
• Maintain a clean reception area and host stand.
• Assist management or server staff when necessary.

Skills

Restaurant experience

Excellent communication skills

Availability for various shifts

Education

Current food handler’s card

RBS card (if over 18)

California workplace harassment training

Job description

Qualifications & Skills

Restaurant experience desirable, but not required. Excellent communication skills. Availability to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Summary of Position

Host responsibilities include greeting guests, providing accurate wait times and escorting customers to the dining and bar areas. For this role, you should have solid organizational and people skills to make sure our guests have a positive dining experience from the moment they arrive till their departure. You should also be available to work in shifts & maintain a clean work area.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Welcome guests to the restaurant with a smile
• Provide accurate wait times, monitor waiting lists and manage guest reservations
• Escort guests to assigned dining or bar areas
• Provide menus to guests and announce server’s name
• Greet customers upon their departure
• Coordinate with management about available seating options by updating table statuses on the tablet regularly
• Maintain a clean reception area and clean host stand
• Cater to guests who require extra attention (e.x. children, elderly)
• Answer incoming calls and address customer queries
• Assist management or server staff when necessary

Physical Demands

• Must be in good physical condition to walk or stand throughout the entirety of a shift.
• Extensive and prolonged walking, standing, bending, and reaching required.
• Grasping and fine manipulation using hands required.
• Ability to work up to 8-10 hours per day.

Other requirements

• Must have a current food handler’s card, RBS card (if over 18 years of age)
• California workplace harassment training and/or any additional training required by law.

Compensation: $16.50 per hour

Asada Cantina + Kitchen is a vibrant restaurant concept that brings the essence of Mexican-style to life for lunch and dinner in the beautiful city of San Clemente, California. Our beautifully designed interiors create a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for enjoying a meal with family and friends. At Asada Cantina + Kitchen, we\'ve crafted the ideal setting for locals and visitors alike to savor hand-crafted margaritas and indulge in mouthwatering tacos and traditional Mexican dishes. Our open kitchen allows guests to witness the culinary passion and care that goes into each dish, making every visit a memorable experience. At Asada Cantina + Kitchen, you\'ll find something to excite your taste buds and enhance your dining experience.

We offer a competitive salary to ensure our restaurant team feels valued and rewarded. Join us and be part of a place where your hard work truly pays off!

We provide comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, to support our restaurant team’s health and well-being. Join us and enjoy a range of perks that take care of you!

True Focus on Work Life Balance With Scheduling

We prioritize work-life balance by offering flexible scheduling for our restaurant team. Join us and enjoy a job that fits your life!

Opportunities for Growth With a Fast Growing Restaurant Company

We offer great opportunities for growth within our fast-growing restaurant company. Join us and advance your career as we expand!