Part-Time Guest Experience Host — Reservations & Front Desk

Tao Group; California; Hybrid; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

State Applicable Time Off

Pet Insurance

401(k) Retirement Program withEmployer

Employee Assistance Program

TAO Savings Marketplace

Employee Discounts and much more!

Job summary

Tao Group Hospitality is seeking part-time host staff at its Hollywood venue. Candidates should have prior hospitality and host experience, ideally in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge environment.

The role requires strong guest service, teamwork, and readiness to perform opening/closing side-work and reservations tasks. Training is provided, and the position offers opportunities to work within Tao Group’s renowned hospitality brands across the globe.

Qualifications

• Previous hospitality experience.
• Previous host person experience.
• Experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge.

Responsibilities

• Guides guests to appropriate table as directed by the maître d’.
• Interacts with the restaurant guests, fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite, courteous, and hospitable manner to ensure gracious hospitality.
• Anticipates and accommodates the needs of the guest.
• Maintains the general cleanliness and orderliness of the entrance area.
• Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.
• Actively takes and processes reservations for guests.
• Assists with incoming calls and answering questions from guests.
• Responsible for checking guests’ coats and other belongings (where applicable).
• Assists with setting up front desk area, performs side-work and other opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including: Ensures that all appropriate menus are printed and ready for service.
• Responsible for making sure all menu books are organized with current menus.
• Collects menus throughout the venue during shift.
• Performs opening side-work as prescribed.
• Performs closing side-work as prescribed.
• Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management.
• Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings.
• Participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings.
• Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example.
• Portrays a positive and professional attitude.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.
• Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.
• Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned

Job description

Tao Group Hospitality is seeking part-time host staff at its Hollywood venue. Candidates should have prior hospitality and host experience, ideally in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge environment.

The role requires strong guest service, teamwork, and readiness to perform opening/closing side-work and reservations tasks. Training is provided, and the position offers opportunities to work within Tao Group’s renowned hospitality brands across the globe.