Temporary | Rohr's (Host)

University of Notre Dame; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Notre Dame in Indiana seeks a Host/Hostess for its campus Hospitality department. The role focuses on welcoming guests, using OpenTable to seat parties, and maintaining a joyful, professional dining experience on a busy campus setting.

The position emphasizes teamwork, timely guest interactions, and attention to allergies or special occasions, with emphasis on friendly, high-quality service and adherence to safety standards. Pay is hourly and on-call.

Qualifications

• Capable of managing time effectively with minimal supervision.
• Positive, respectful, excellent communication and listening skills.
• Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours at a time).
• Follow food safety procedures for handling, storing, and serving food products.

Responsibilities

• Manage the OpenTable software to seat, assign tables, and other restaurant duties
• Information gathering for the front of house, back of house team members, and the guest
• Seating guests to optimize the dining experience, pacing of the service team, and the optimal use of the dining room
• Menu presentation and communicating with server to seated table
• Answering phones according to service standards
• Reservation confirmation with guests
• Execute all guest interactions with a joy for serving others; all while demonstrating professionalism, job knowledge, grace, respect, and friendliness.
• Alert server about all special notes in a reservation including allergies, special occasions, past experiences, etc.
• Update Guest Experience Profile each visit and alert management of any issues

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Customer service

Mobility/standing

Attention to detail

Job description

The University of Notre Dame is more than a workplace; it is a vibrant, mission-driven community where every employee is valued and supported. Rooted in a tradition of excellence and inspired by our Catholic character, Notre Dame is committed to fostering an environment of care that nurtures the whole person-mind, body, and spirit. Here, you will find a deep sense of belonging, a culture that prioritizes well-being, and the opportunity to grow your career while being a force for good in the world. Whether contributing to world-class research, shaping the student experience, or supporting the University’s mission in other ways, you will be part of a dedicated team working to make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. At Notre Dame, your work matters, and so do you!

Job Description

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety (UOES) division is currently hiring for temporary/on-call Hosts at Rohr's in our campus Hospitality department. The UOES Division oversees the University's event management, hospitality, and customer service functions, while also supporting student life, academic initiatives, research activities, and annual milestone celebrations.

Host/Hostess

The Host/Hostess will engage with our internal and external guests in a professional, welcoming, consistent and joyful manner in order to ensure the experience is a memorable one.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the OpenTable software to seat, assign tables, and other restaurant duties
• Information gathering for the front of house, back of house team members, and the guest
• Seating guests to optimize the dining experience, pacing of the service team, and the optimal use of the dining room.
• Menu presentation and communicating with server to seated table
• Answering phones according to service standards
• Reservation confirmation with guests
• Execute all guest interactions with a joy for serving others; all while demonstrating professionalism, job knowledge, grace, respect, and friendliness.
• Alert server about all special notes in a reservation including allergies, special occasions, past experiences, etc.
• Update Guest Experience Profile each visit and alert management of any issues

Qualifications

• Capable of managing time effectively with minimal supervision
• Positive, respectful, excellent communication and listening skills
• Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours at a time)
• Follow food safety procedures for handling, storing, and serving food products

Additional Information

Pay Rate: $17.50/hr

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.