Host

Newport Restaurant Group; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Employee ownership

Dining discount

Employee discount programs

Referral bonus

Holiday bonus

Job summary

Bar ’Cino Watertown, part of the Newport Restaurant Group, is seeking a friendly Host to welcome guests and coordinate seating. The role involves arranging reservations, guiding guests to tables, and relaying needs to staff to ensure fast, courteous service.

The ideal candidate is flexible with days, nights, weekends and holidays, has strong communication skills, and can work well in a fast-paced team environment. Bar ’Cino offers competitive pay and employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Schedules dining reservations and arranges parties or special services for diners.
• Greets guests, escorts them to tables, and provides menus.
• Communicates guests’ needs to service staff and management.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Standing ability

Lifting 25-50 lbs

Team collaboration

Job description

what are you waiting for? Join our team!

Host

Watertown, MA

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Bar ‘Cino Watertown is looking for a Host to join the team.

Bar ‘Cino (we say “chee-no”) is an informal neighborhood spot on Main Street in Watertowndedicated to making our guests feel welcome. We feature a casual Italian-inspired menu and a killer cocktail program. We are the go-to place for fun and great food! Bar ‘Cino is proud to be part of the Newport Restaurant Group!

About the Position

In the Host role, you will coordinate seating of guests to provide fast and courteous service.

About You

You are friendly, outgoing, and driven to succeed. You have a strong passion for hospitality and the ability to work well in a fast-paced, team environment.

• Schedules dining reservations and arranges parties or special services for diners
• Greets guests, escorts them to tables, and provides menus
• Communicates guests’ needs to service staff and management.

Qualifications

• Must have flexible schedule to work during days, nights, weekends, and some holidays as needed
• Restaurant and OpenTable experience are preferred however, we are willing to train the right candidate.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and move 25-50 pounds
• Be collaborative, using a team approach to creating an equitable workplace environment and have respectful working relationships

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive compensation $15/Hour!
• Financial & Employee Ownership:
  • Generous Company 401k match
  • Employee Ownership Opportunities
• 35% discount when dining in our locations (including food and beverages)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Programs
• Referral Bonus Program
• Holiday Appreciation Bonus

*Depending on your annual hours worked, you may also be eligible for:

• Medical
• Vision
• Flexible and Dependent Care spending account options
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Voluntary Benefits:
  • Telemedicine access
• Wholesaler Club Reimbursement Program
• Vacation paid time off

About Newport Restaurant Group

We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company. What does it mean to work for an 100% Employee-Owned Company? If you decide to join our team, you’ll not just be an employee — you’ll be eligible to become an owner in the company. Really, there’s no catch, we invest in our employees, and they in turn invest their time, energy and talents in our businesses! We have one of the strongest, friendliest hospitality staffs in New England. Our common goal is to make people happy through great food, great locations and great teamwork. If you feel the same, we want to hear from you.