Host | Blue Sushi Sake Grill | River North

flagshiprestaurantgroup; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining discounts

Benefits package (dental, vision, life

Job summary

Flagship Restaurant Group in Chicago is seeking a friendly, guest-focused team member to support dining operations. You’ll seat guests, manage waitlists, assist with carry-out, and help deliver meals while staying knowledgeable about the menu.

Your courtesy, organization, and quick thinking keep service smooth in a fast-paced environment. With strong communication and teamwork, you’ll contribute to a clean, welcoming space and collaborate with colleagues to deliver exceptional hospitality.

Qualifications

• Friendly, approachable team player with hospitality focus.
• Excellent communication with guests and team members.
• Eager to learn about menu, beverages, and smooth to-go process.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can multitask.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and maintains a clean, welcoming space.

Responsibilities

• Seat guests promptly and ensure they feel valued.
• Manage the waitlist and assist with carry-out orders.
• Help deliver food to tables as needed.
• Answer guest questions about the menu.
• Maintain a clean, organized area throughout visits.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure smooth operations.
• Familiarity with OpenTable and Toast is a plus.

Skills

Hospitality

Communication skills

Team player

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Customer service

Tools

OpenTable

Toast

Job description

$18 - $20/hr.

About You:

• You’re a friendly, approachable team player with a passion for hospitality.
• You have excellent communication skills and are comfortable engaging with both guests and team members.
• You’re eager to learn about our food, beverages, and to-go process to provide top-notch service.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and can handle multiple tasks with ease.
• You’re detail-oriented, organized, and committed to maintaining a clean and welcoming environment.

About the Job:

• Play an essential role in creating a great first and last impression for our guests.
• Seat guests promptly and efficiently, ensuring they feel comfortable and valued.
• Manage the waitlist, assist with carry‑out orders, and help deliver food to tables as needed.
• Be knowledgeable about the menu and assist guests with any questions they may have.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming area for guests throughout their visit.
• Collaborate with the team to maintain smooth operations and provide exceptional service.
• Familiarity with OpenTable and Toast systems is a plus!

Why join Flagship Restaurant Group?

• Flagship Restaurant Group is an ever-evolving fast growing company empowering our people to follow their passion in the hospitality industry with plenty of advancement opportunities
• Our modern restaurants are sophisticated and innovative with great earning potential, and each offer a unique culinary experience
• We provide a comprehensive training program in a fun, exciting environment where you’ll thrive
• Delicious dining discounts you can share with friends and family at all our locations
• Our full-time employees are eligible to enroll in our comprehensive benefits package that includes dental, vision, and life insurance.
• We create excitement around our team member’s milestones and achievements

At Flagship, we create experiences that leave an impact. This stays true to our employees just as much as our guests. Removing barriers of language, race, sexual orientations, and culture, our team and guests have our promise of being a restaurant group that embraces the concept where everyone belongs. We are committed to empowering growth, instilling hospitality knowledge, and building a career path in an environment of respectful inclusion.

Flagship Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Flagship Restaurant Group participates in the E-Verify program

Learn more about us! flagshiprestaurantgroup.com