Restaurant Host

060 SAKS & CO LLC; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee discount

Job summary

060 SAKS & CO LLC in Coral Gables is seeking a dedicated individual to join as a host. The role involves greeting and seating customers professionally while ensuring a smooth dining experience. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, ability to handle multiple duties, and a 'win together' mentality.

This position offers opportunities for career advancement in a dynamic environment along with comprehensive benefits such as medical insurance, 401(k), and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the OpenTable platform is needed.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Must be able to stand, bend, and lift up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat customers professionally.
• Monitor server performance to ensure smooth service.
• Organize and optimize seating during operating hours.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Ability to work autonomously

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

OpenTable platform

Job description

Salary Range: $18.07 – $22.60*

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Neiman Marcus is a leading luxury retailer that offers a curated product assortment, unparalleled services, and exclusive activations to customers in pursuit of the Extraordinary. The company operates 36 stores, digital channels, and remote selling.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain presence at host stand/door, greet and seat customers professionally and graciously.
• Monitor server performance to ensure smooth service during customers’ dining experience.
• Observe proper telephone etiquette.
• Handle reservations through OpenTable platform (including VIPs) and address inquiries regarding hours, specials, and events.
• Organize reservations, maximize seating during operating hours, and optimize staffing and customer traffic.
• Adhere to established accounting procedures for all transactions, including authorized payment methods, and maintain POS system knowledge.
• Keep flow of service to standards (e.g., proper seating of customers to each wait station).
• Participate in daily pre‑shift meetings.
• Fulfills duties that may involve lifting objects such as tables, chairs, highchairs.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentability of all menus and menu covers.
• Maintain the highest level of hygiene standards, including:
  • Clean, pressed uniform jacket and accompanying clothing and shoes
  • Clean and professionally styled hair and nails, maintained to avoid food contamination risks
• Adhere to posted work schedule and follow established procedures for schedule and shift changes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge of OpenTable platform.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Motivated and results‑driven.
• Ability to interact graciously with the public and handle multiple duties simultaneously.
• Exceptional customer service and problem‑solving skills.
• "Win together" mentality.
• Role requires standing, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast‑paced environment at a growing luxury retailer and exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across retail, distribution, digital, and corporate.

BENEFITS

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Additional voluntary benefits such as critical illness, hospital, and accident insurance.
• Employee discount.
• Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full‑time employees.

EEO STATEMENT

Saks Global is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer and celebrates diversity, committing to an inclusive environment for all employees.

Compensation for this role varies by geographic location; the listed range reflects multiple markets, including higher‑cost areas. Actual starting pay will be determined based on location, experience, and other job‑related factors.