Host

Crescent Hotels & Resorts; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking a dedicated host to join their vibrant team at a renowned hotel. This role offers the chance to create memorable dining experiences while ensuring guest satisfaction. You'll be responsible for greeting guests, coordinating seating, and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere. With a focus on professionalism and teamwork, this position promises an engaging work environment where your contributions matter. Enjoy a range of benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with travel discounts and paid time off. If you're passionate about hospitality and eager to grow your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Union medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pension plan

Free parking

Worldwide travel discounts

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Positive attitude with a team-first mentality.
• Basic knowledge of food & beverage or a passion for learning.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort guests to tables while ensuring satisfaction.
• Maintain proper dining room setup and manage reservations.
• Assist in overall restaurant function including bussing tables.

Skills

Effective communication

Positive attitude

Professionalism

Customer service management

Basic food & beverage knowledge

Tools

MICROS

OpenTable

Job description

Are you passionate about hospitality? Do you enjoy creating one-of-a-kind dining experiences? Le Meridien St Louis Clayton is looking for a hospitality focused host to join our team.

With Crescent Hotels & Resorts you have an opportunity to elevate your career and shine bright with a company who cares? Benefits include union medical, dental, and vision insurance, pension, free parking and world-wide travel discounts with paid time off to enjoy them!

If you are looking for a place to bring your talents, Le Meridien St Louis Clayton is the place you belong!

JOB OVERVIEW:

As a host at Café la Vie you will primarily be responsible for greeting and escorting guests to tables in the restaurant or pool deck, while maintaining a courteous and efficient operation to ensure guest satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Meet and greet guests as they arrive, explain restaurant concept, offer choice of seating, then escort them to their table and present menu.
• Read, maintain and make daily entries in the log book to coordinate communication between shifts and management.
• Maintain proper set-up of dining room.
• Receive records and make any necessary arrangements for reservations and special functions in the restaurant.
• Assist in the overall function and success of restaurant. Tasks may include bussing tables, running food, and taking/delivering in-room dining orders
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Positive Attitude with a team first mentality
• Ability to maintain high levels of professionalism; treat others with respect and consideration regardless of situation.
• Ability to manage difficult or emotional customers or situations; includes ability to respond promptly to guest requests
• Basic knowledge of food & beverage or a passion for learning
• Experience with MICROS preferred
• Experience with OpenTable preferred
• Ability to stand for long periods time and push-pull up to 25 lbs