Host - Shin Dig, Plainfield

Crg Dining; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Welcoming team environment

Opportunities for growth within our餐

Job summary

Cunningham Restaurant Group is seeking a Host for Shin Dig in Plainfield, IN. The host is the first point of contact for guests and plays a key role in delivering excellent customer service and a smooth dining experience.

The role involves greeting guests, managing waitlists and reservations, assisting guests with menus and information, and coordinating with servers and kitchen staff to optimize seating and guest flow. Training is provided for those new to hosting.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication are essential.
• Friendly and outgoing personality with a positive attitude.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities are required.
• Ability to stay calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
• Familiarity with reservation systems or software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and seat them, manage the waitlist and reservations, and escort guests to tables.
• Take and confirm reservations and maintain an updated reservation book.
• Provide guests with information about the restaurant and menu items.
• Coordinate with servers and kitchen staff to ensure smooth seating and dining flow.
• Keep the host station and waiting area clean and organized, maintaining menus and promotional materials.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Communication skills

Friendly and outgoing

Organizational and multitasking

Remain calm under pressure

Tools

Reservation system

Job description

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Host - Shin Dig, Plainfield

Shin Dig PL Host full-time or part-time Front of House Shin Dig Plainfield, Plainfield, IN, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 7813

Since 1997, Mike Cunningham, owner of Cunningham Restaurant Group (CRG), has created an array of unforgettable dining experiences for guests. From its humble beginnings in Brownsburg, Indiana to a growing tri-state restaurant group, CRG represents a steady beat of expansion and innovation fueled by a commitment to community impact. Our vision is reflected in forty restaurants…eighteen concepts… and sustainable, consistent growth.

Job Overview : As a Host, you are the first point of contact for our guests and play a crucial role in providing exceptional customer service. Your warm and welcoming demeanor sets the tone for the dining experience, and your organizational skills help ensure efficient seating and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Guest Greeting and Seating:

Welcome guests with a friendly and positive attitude as they arrive at the restaurant.

Manage the waitlist and reservations, accurately estimating wait times and making guests comfortable while they wait.

Escort guests to their tables, presenting menus, and providing any necessary assistance.

Seat guests according to seating charts and server rotation, optimizing table turnover.

2. Reservation Management:

Take and confirm reservations over the phone or through the restaurant's reservation system.

Maintain an up-to-date reservation book, ensuring that all reservations are recorded accurately.

Communicate special requests and guest preferences to servers and kitchen staff.

3. Guest Assistance:

Provide guests with information about the restaurant, including menu items, daily specials, and promotions.

Assist guests with coat check, if applicable.

Handle guest inquiries, concerns, or special requests with professionalism and attentiveness.

4. Communication and Coordination:

Maintain effective communication with servers, bussers, and kitchen staff to ensure efficient seating and service.

Relay any important guest information to the appropriate team members.

Coordinate with servers to manage guest flow and ensure a smooth dining experience.

Keep track of waiting guests and notify them when their tables are ready.

Communicate waitlist status and estimated wait times to waiting guests.

6. Cleanliness and Organization:

Keep the host/hostess stand and waiting area clean, organized, and well-stocked.

Ensure menus, promotional materials, and other items are in good condition and readily available.

Qualifications:

Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Friendly and outgoing personality with a positive attitude.

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.

Familiarity with reservation systems or software is a plus.

Previous host/hostess experience is preferred but not required; training will be provided.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand, walk, and move around the restaurant for extended periods.

Occasionally lift and carry items up to 20 pounds.

Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

This position is classified as non-exempt under applicable wage and hour laws and is eligible for overtime compensation in accordance with applicable regulations.

• competitive compensation
• a welcoming team environment
• opportunities for growth within our restaurant

At Cunningham Restaurant Group, we embrace diversity and uphold equal opportunities for all. Our commitment to fairness and inclusivity reflects our core values of Connection, Honesty, Ownership, Respect, Fairness, Kindness, and Opportunity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Please join us in fostering an environment where everyone is valued and respected.