Host - Lower Deck

Three Oaks Hospitality; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Referral Program

Flexible Schedule

Paid Training

Job summary

Three Oaks Hospitality in Tampa, FL is seeking a Host/Hostess to greet guests, manage wait times, and escort customers to dining or bar areas. You’ll be the first impression and help ensure a positive dining experience from arrival to departure.

The role requires excellent communication, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work in shifts. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, hospitality certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Hospitality certification is a plus.
• Experience as host/hostess or waiter/waitress desired.
• Experience in managing reservations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests to the restaurant.
• Provide accurate wait times and monitor waiting lists.
• Manage reservations.
• Escort customers to assigned dining or bar areas.
• Provide menus and announce Waiter/Waitress’s name.
• Greet customers upon their departure.
• Coordinate with wait staff about seating options.
• Maintain a clean reception area.
• Cater to guests who require extra attention (e.g. elderly).
• Answer incoming calls and address queries.
• Assist wait staff as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Restaurant etiquette

Health and safety regulations

Customer-service

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Shift availability

Physical condition

Education

High school diploma or GED

Hospitality certification is a plus

Experience as a Host/Hostess or Waiter/Waitress

Experience managing reservations

Job description

Three Oaks Hospitality is looking for a Host or Hostess to join our team and be the first point of contact for our guests. Host/Hostess responsibilities include greeting guests, providing accurate wait times, and escorting customers to the dining and bar areas. For this role, you should have solid organizational and people skills to make sure our guests have a positive dining experience from the moment they arrive till their departure. You should also be available to work in shifts. Ultimately, you’ll ensure we provide excellent customer service and a pleasant dining experience for our guests.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Welcome guests to the restaurant.
• Provide accurate wait times and monitor waiting lists.
• Manage reservations.
• Escort customers to assigned dining or bar areas.
• Provide menus and announce Waiter/Waitress’s name.
• Greet customers upon their departure.
• Coordinate with wait staff about available seating options.
• Maintain a clean reception area.
• Cater to guests who require extra attention (e.g. elderly).
• Answer incoming calls and address customers’ queries.
• Assists wait staff as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Understanding of restaurant etiquette
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations
• Demonstrable customer-service skills
• Excellent communication skills (via phone and in-person)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to monitor the entire dining and bar area.
• Availability to work in shifts as needed.
• Good physical condition to walk and stand during an entire shift.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Hospitality certification is a plus.
• Previous experience as a as a Host/Hostess or Waiter/Waitress
• Experience in managing reservations.

Physical Requirements

• Remain standing for extended periods of time.
• Bending, squatting and lifting up to 15 lbs. for short distances.
• Ability to work with varying noise levels.

Benefits

• Employee Discount
• Referral ProgramFlexible Schedule
• Paid Training