Maitre D BOLO Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia, PA; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Bolo, a vibrant Latin American dining experience in Philadelphia, is seeking a passionate Maitre’d. Ideal candidates will have experience in high-volume restaurant settings and excel in hospitality leadership, making guests feel welcomed while managing reservations and dining flow effectively. Join Bolo’s unique culinary adventure!

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a Lead Host or Maitre’d role at a high-volume restaurant.
• Familiarity with OpenTable or Resy reservation systems is preferable.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the dining experience by welcoming guests and overseeing table reservations.
• Ensure high standards of service are maintained through communication and organization.
• Handle guest inquiries and maintain a positive dining atmosphere.

Skills

Organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Quick-thinking

Attention to detail

Tools

OpenTable

Resy

Job description

Bolo, Philadelphia’s newest Latin American dining room and rum bar nestled in Rittenhouse Square, boasts an expansive menu of traditional and imaginative takes on Latin American and Caribbean cuisine. From acclaimed Chef Yun Fuentes, the bi-level, ultra-colorful restaurant and bar transports guests through food, beverage, design, and atmosphere to the islands, specifically Puerto Rico, home to Fuentes and grandfather Juan “Don Johnny” Fuentes, whom Bolo is inspired by and named after. In addition to the creative, expertly-curated dinner menu, Bolo boasts a full rum-focused bar program with a variety of classic and signature cocktails, craft beer, and more.

We are seeking a Maitre’d to join our family who is passionate about service and hospitality leadership. The ideal candidate has experience running the door of a high-volume restaurant and is well-versed in managing reservation system(s). You should have strong communication skills, an affinity for making guests feel at home, and possess both confidence and composure in working within a dynamic environment. This role requires quick-thinking and is perfect for a candidate who truly loves the theater of curating an exceptional dining experience.

Qualified candidates will have:

• Weekend availability - great opportunity for those with a need for a 'non-conventional' schedule
• 2-3 years of experience in a Lead Host or Maitre’d role at a high-volume restaurant
• Experience with OpenTable/Resy reservation system is preferable
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to articulate detailed information to guests, think quick on your feet, and maintain standards of professionalism and composure

Bolo 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.