Host-Passyunk

Barcelona Wine Bar; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A popular restaurant in Philadelphia is seeking a Host/Hostess to provide a warm welcome to guests upon arrival. Responsibilities include greeting and seating guests, presenting menus, managing reservations, and ensuring a pleasant dining experience. Strong verbal communication and organizational skills are essential. A high school diploma is preferred; prior restaurant experience is not required. Join us in providing an exceptional dining experience in a lively environment.

Qualifications

• Prior restaurant experience is not required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat guests.
• Present menus to guests.
• Create and organize wait lists.
• Manage floor plan.
• Answer phone and questions regarding the menu.
• Manage the call-ahead/reservation list with a manager.
• Interact with guests to ensure a positive dining experience.

Skills

Strong verbal communication skills

Superb reading and writing skills

Excellent organizational skills

Multitasking in a high volume setting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

The main responsibility of a host/hostess is to greet guests pleasantly, in a timely manner upon their arrival to the restaurant. The ultimate goal of a host/hostess is to welcome guests to their dining experience in a warm and friendly manner. The host/hostess will seat guests, present menus to guests, inform guests of their server, and answer any intermediary questions prior to the arrival of the server.

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat guests
• Present menus to guests
• Create and organize wait lists
• Manage floor plan
• Answer phone and answer any questions regarding the menu and restaurant
• Manage the call-ahead/reservation list in tandem with a manager
• Interact with guests as they leave the restaurant in order to ensure positive dining experience

Skills

• Strong verbal communication skills towards guests and coworkers
• Superb reading and writing skills in order to create wait list and decipher wait time
• Excellent organizational skills
• Multitask in a high volume setting

Working Conditions

• Be able to stand for the entirety of a scheduled shift
• Be able to reach, bend, and stoop frequently
• Be able to carry up to 15 lbs.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred
• Prior restaurant experience is not required