Luxury Restaurant Host — VIP Seating & OpenTable

Saks Fifth Avenue Llc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee discount

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Neiman Marcus, a luxury retailer, seeks a Restaurant Host to warmly greet and seat guests, support servers, and manage reservations to ensure an exceptional dining experience. The role emphasizes professional hosting, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires standing, bending, lifting up to 35 pounds, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and multitask.
• Experience with OpenTable is a plus.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat guests at the host stand.
• Monitor server performance to ensure smooth service.
• Manage reservations and VIP requests via OpenTable.
• Maintain cleanliness of menus and host area.
• Assist with daily pre-shift meetings and shift changes.
• Adhere to cashiering procedures and POS system knowledge.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Autonomy

Multitasking

Public interaction

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

OpenTable

Job description

Neiman Marcus, a luxury retailer, seeks a Restaurant Host to warmly greet and seat guests, support servers, and manage reservations to ensure an exceptional dining experience. The role emphasizes professional hosting, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires standing, bending, lifting up to 35 pounds, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.