Host The Dandelion 124 South 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Philadelphia Theatre Company; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dandelion, a British pub-inspired restaurant in Philadelphia, is seeking a Host to join their team. This role offers competitive pay, career advancement opportunities, and dining discounts. Ideal candidates will possess experience, excellent customer service skills, and a passion for food and drink.

Benefits

Competitive Hourly Rate

Paid Sick Time

Commuter Benefits

Referral Bonus Programs

Dining Discounts at over 25 Affiliated STARR Restaurants

Opportunity for Career Advancement and Professional Growth

Qualifications

• 1+ year similar experience required.
• Experience in an upscale, fine dining establishment is a plus.
• OpenTable experience required for Reservationists.

Skills

Team player

Willingness to take direction

Passion for great food, drink & service

Personable and professional demeanor

Responsible & dependable

Strong work ethic

OpenTable experience

Job description

The Dandelion, affiliated withSTARR Restaurants, is a sophisticated homage to the British pub serving updated seasonal takes on U.K. cuisine. Just steps from Philadelphia’s bustling Rittenhouse Square, this inviting bilevel restaurant features a whirlwind of idiosyncratic seating areas, bars, hallways, rooms and nooks, each impeccably fashioned to carry its own personality. Whether you’re relaxing with a rare cask ale by the brick fireplace, taking afternoon tea in the Victorian-style dining room or enjoying The Dandelion's famous burger in the ruff-and-tumble “Dog Room,” there’s space for everyone. The menu, featuring beloved classics like Welsh rarebit, fish and chips, shepherd’s pie and a U.K. cheese board, also features plenty of unexpected surprises. Made-from-scratch puddings and hearty family-style roasts served every Sunday round out one of Philly’s most tantalizing dining destinations.

The Dandelionis seekingHost to join the team!

This position offers a comprehensive package including:

• Competitive Hourly Rate
• Paid Sick Time
• Commuter Benefits
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Dining Discounts at over 25 Affiliated STARR Restaurants
• Opportunity for Career Advancement and Professional Growth

Qualified candidates will have:

• 1+ year similar experience, required
• Experience in an upscale, fine dining establishment, a plus
• Team player, willingness to take direction
• A passion for great food, drink & service
• Personable and professional demeanor
• Responsible & dependable, strong work ethic
• For Reservationists: OpenTable experience, required

The Dandelion is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.