Luxury Restaurant Host — VIP Reservations & Warm Welcomes

Saks Fifth Avenue Llc; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Neiman Marcus is seeking a part-time Restaurant Host in Chicago to warmly greet and seat guests, manage reservations, and support a smooth dining experience. You will monitor server performance, handle inquiries, and help optimize seating during busy hours.

The role requires excellent communication, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Benefits include medical/dental/vision options and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge of OpenTable platform.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat Neiman Marcus customers at the host stand.
• Monitor server performance to ensure smooth dining service.
• Handle reservations and inquiries via OpenTable and phone.
• Organize reservations, optimize seating, and manage dining flow.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of menus and host area.
• Adhere to hygiene standards and uniform dress code.

Skills

OpenTable knowledge

Communication skills

Customer service

Autonomy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

OpenTable

Job description

Neiman Marcus is seeking a part-time Restaurant Host in Chicago to warmly greet and seat guests, manage reservations, and support a smooth dining experience. You will monitor server performance, handle inquiries, and help optimize seating during busy hours.

The role requires excellent communication, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Benefits include medical/dental/vision options and employee discounts.