Host

Goode Company Restaurants; Shenandoah (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the restaurant industry is seeking a Host to ensure exceptional service for guests. This role involves managing seating, assisting customers, and maintaining a clean environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in high-volume settings and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Weekly Payroll

Base Pay Rate + Tips

Flexible Work Schedules

401(k) with Company Match

Company Subsidized Health Insurance after 60 days

Eligible for Dental / Vision / Supplemental Life

Paid Vacation

Thanksgiving and Christmas Day Off

Food Discounts

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a high-volume restaurant setting.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Flexible availability for various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide a hospitable welcome and genuine thank you to all guests.
• Maintain a clean entryway and assist with table turnover.
• Communicate with staff to maintain restaurant efficiency.

Skills

Communication

Helpful attitude

Friendliness

Tools

OpenTable

Job description

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OVERVIEW: The customer experience is very important to us - they're the reason we keep doing what we're doing. At Goode Company, the Host is key to making that happen. You understand the fine balance of service and help provide exceptional service to our customers in a timely, courteous, efficient, and accurate manner. The Host will manage the seating charts/systems and relay pertinent information regarding guest requests to servers. The Restaurant Host/Hostess supervises and coordinates the activities of the dining room staff to ensure fast and courteous service to our guests. Our Hosts are polite and friendly to guests and co-workers alike, and understand the importance of maintaining Goode Company's high sanitation standards. You always keep your workstation clean and sanitary, because you know it is a reflection on you.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Provide a hospitable welcome and genuine “Thank you” to all guests.
2. Welcome guests with a warm greeting upon arrival and a genuine “Thank you” as they exit.
3. Always acknowledge guests’ right-of-way and actively assist guests with directions or special requests.
4. Open doors for guests entering or leaving the restaurant.
5. Maintain a clean entryway, assist with table turn-over when needed.
6. Provide guests with accurate estimated waiting times.
7. Accommodate special seating requests for guests whenever possible.
8. Notify server/manager of any special events the guests are celebrating upon being seated.
9. Once seated, offer guests a menu and inform them of their server’s name.
10. Assist customers with merchandise purchases.
11. Communicate with Servers, Bartenders & Management to maintain maximum efficiency of the restaurant.
12. Maintain a consistent system for wait lists and monitor table turnover.
13. Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and all company policies.

Requirements/Qualifications

1. One year of experience in a high-volume restaurant setting with some leadership responsibilities.
2. Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
3. Flexible availability: open to working day shift, evening shift, weekends, and holidays.
4. Ability to remain on feet for a prolonged period.
5. Well-groomed and neatly dressed.
6. Helpful attitude and friendly demeanor.
7. OpenTable experience preferred.
8. Able to work in a standing and moving position for extended periods.

Benefits

• Weekly Payroll
• Base Pay Rate + Tips
• Flexible Work Schedules
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company Subsidized Health Insurance after 60 days
• Eligible for Dental / Vision / Supplemental Life
• Paid Vacation
• Thanksgiving and Christmas Day Off
• Food Discounts and much more!

Goode Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, or any other protected factor under law.