Host - Chicago

DineAmic Hospitality; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in hospitality seeks Experienced Hosts for its River North & West Loop locations. This role is vital for providing outstanding service and ensuring guests have an exceptional dining experience. Ideal candidates should have prior experience in fast-paced dining environments.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Commuter Benefits

Referral Bonuses

401K + Match

Food & Beverage Discount

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in hosting or similar roles.
• Experience in fine dining or high-volume settings.
• Food Handlers Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and escort them to their tables.
• Handle patron inquiries and maintain a clean entryway.
• Assist with delivery and takeout orders.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Positive attitude

Effective communication

Education

Food Handlers Certification

Tools

Open Table

Job description

Experienced Hosts - River North & West Loop Locations

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DineAmic Hospitality is seeking Hosts who will ensure that our guests have an extraordinary dining experience from the moment they arrive until their departure. As the first point of contact for our patrons, Hosts represent the excellent service, high standards, and overall hospitality of the staff of the restaurant. Candidates should have the ability to multi-task efficiently and maintain a positive and

professional approach with team members and guests. This role is a great way to kickstart your career in the restaurant industry and gain experience and working knowledge needed for future opportunities.

What You Will Do

• Warmly greet guests with eye contact and a smile, inform them of wait times and seating options in a pleasant manner, and confidently escort them to their table
• Provide direction and resolution to all patron inquiries; Answer and make telephone calls per company standards and guidelines
• Become well-versed in our menu items in order to field questions and make recommendations with a personal touch that is unmatched
• Maintain the appearance of the entryway and coat check area, making sure the area is presentable, clean, and organized
• Assist with delivery and takeout orders
• Clean, organize, and stock menus at host area
• Create a lasting, positive impression by bidding guests a fond farewell upon their departure and extending a sincere invitation for their return
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by management
  
  

What You Need To Have

• 1+ year(s) experience as a host or similar role; experience in a fine dining establishment and/or high-volume restaurant required
• Working knowledge of booking systems; experience with Open Table required
• Ability to carry on a pleasant conversation with guests without sounding scripted
• Ability to maintain composure under periods of high stress and high volume
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
• A passion for quality and respect for team members and guests
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to move, bend, lift, carry, push, and place objects weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance; Stand or Walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift
• Food Handlers Certification required
  
  

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Referral Bonuses
• 401K + Match
• Food & Beverage Discount
  
  

Dineamic Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitality

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