Restaurant Host

Sun Valley Company; Sun Valley (ID); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

A local restaurant group in Sun Valley is seeking a Restaurant Host to warmly welcome guests and create memorable experiences. The Host manages dining reservations and assists staff with various tasks. Ideal candidates possess excellent communication skills, can perform physical tasks, and are reliable. Experience in the hospitality industry is a plus. This role requires availability for weekends and holidays. Join a dynamic team committed to providing exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Capable of safely lifting and/or moving up to 45 pounds frequently.
• Available to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as scheduled.

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat guests in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Assist restaurant staff with other tasks such as bussing and clearing tables.
• Record and monitor reservations.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Engage in physical activities

Reliable and hardworking

Job description

Description

A Restaurant Host welcomes guests in a warm and friendly manner, creating a positive and memorable experience. The Host is responsible for receiving and recording dining reservations on the telephone, and ensuring the proper setting up of dining and service areas. A Host also politely requests guests to wait in the waiting area if no table is available, monitoring the restaurant for open sections and tables, estimating wait times, and ensuring that the guests are comfortable while waiting for a table.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Greet and seat guests in a courteous and friendly manner upon arrival according to their needs and desires
• Assist restaurant staff with other tasks such as bussing, clearing tables, cleaning, and restocking napkins
• Ensure appropriate supplies are necessary
• Record and monitor reservations
• Present menus, make recommendations, and occasionally take orders
• Other duties to be assigned

Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Engage in physical activities like standing for long periods, walking, and utilizing hands for tasks that involve gripping, handling, and reaching

Capable of safely lifting and/or moving up to 45 pounds frequently and up to 75 pounds occasionally

Reliable, hardworking, and able to follow sanitation procedures

Available to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as scheduled

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