Host-Wynwood

Barcelona Wine Bar; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 13,776 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A local dining establishment in Miami is seeking an enthusiastic Host/Hostess to welcome guests and ensure a positive dining experience. Key responsibilities include seating guests, presenting menus, managing wait lists, and interacting with guests to ensure satisfaction. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma is preferred, but prior restaurant experience is not required.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal communication towards guests and coworkers.
• Excellent organizational skills needed.
• Ability to multitask in a high volume setting.

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 call-ahead/reservation list.
• Ensure positive dining experience for guests.

Skills

Strong verbal communication skills

Superb reading and writing skills

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to multitask 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