Reservationist

Brennan's of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional environment

Potential for full-time employment

Benefits opportunity

Job summary

A fine dining restaurant in Houston is seeking a motivated and focused individual for part-time evening and weekend shifts. The role involves maximizing guest experiences, managing reservations, and maintaining professionalism in a high-pressure environment. Ideal candidates should have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to charm guests. Opportunities for future full-time employment and benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Must be able to represent the restaurant with professionalism.
• Available Thursday to Sunday, including holidays.
• Ability to manage reservations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Book the restaurant to maximize guest experience.
• Manage the restaurant during high-volume times.
• Explain menu items and maintain knowledge of restaurant offerings.
• Charm high-maintenance guests and make dining memorable.

Skills

Positive attitude

Calm under pressure

Detail oriented

Excellent communication skills

Critical thinking

Multi-tasking

Job description

Currently only offering part-time hours. Monday & Wednesday evenings and weekends required.

Busy Midtown fine dining restaurant seeking motivated and focused individual to contribute to a team that is driven by achieving excellence in every aspect of their work. It is crucial that you be able to represent the restaurant with professionalism, confidence & kindness.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and stays calm under pressure
• Detail oriented and organized with a great work ethic
• Excellent phone and communication skills
• Ability to think critically
• Effectively manage reservations
• Proficient at multi-tasking
• Must be available Thursdays - Sundays

Duties

• Effectively book the restaurant in a way to maximize space and guest experience
• Maintain company standards during times of high volume
• Explain menu items and other restaurant information as requested
• Maintain knowledge of current dining options, menu items, VIP guests and their preference, and general restaurant/company information
• Maintain high level of detail and professionalism
• Ability to work independently for periods of time
• Complete daily administration tasks
• Must be able to charm the most high maintenance guests
• Holidays required

We offer a tight knit family, a professional environment, and the opportunity to help create truly incredible experiences for our guests. Potential for future full time employment and benefits.

First and foremost Brennan's of Houston is known for Southern Hospitality and making great memories for our guests. We have a rich history opening in Houston in 1967 as a sister restaurant to the world-famous Commander's Palace in New Orleans. From pan to plate to palate, our brigade of culinary professionals directs its overwhelming passion for food and Southern Hospitality at creating great memories for every guest every time. Our unpretentious, efficient server staff -- a lovable band of misfits that range from Ph. D's to those who couldn't get out of high school quick enough -- connects one-to-one with customers to pinpoint what truly matters, then tailors each dining experience to their specific desires to create lasting memories. Many of our staff have been with Brennan’s Houston for decades, we work hard to be a place that people can call home for a short while or full career.