Warm Host Wanted for Chicago Dining & Reservations

The Oakville; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical

Life Insurance & Critical Illness

Domestic Partner Benefits

401(k)

Job summary

The Oakville Grill & Cellar in Chicago seeks friendly Hosts to warmly greet guests, seat them, and manage reservations in a fast-paced setting. You will help maintain guest counts, assist with coat checks, and ensure a smooth, welcoming dining experience for all guests.

Candidates should be able to multitask, stand for long shifts, and communicate clearly in English. Weekend availability is expected, with opportunities for growth within a vibrant team inspired by California wine country vibes.

Qualifications

• Warmly greet and seat guests, provide friendly service.
• Able to communicate clearly in English both written and spoken.
• Able to multitask in a busy dining room and adapt to changing needs.
• Stand for extended periods and safely move around a crowded space.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and seat them.
• Answer phones, take reservations and messages.
• Assist with coat check and maintain guest counts and wait times.
• Ensure guest experience exceeds expectations with courtesy and professionalism.
• Maintain cleanliness and reset tables as needed.
• Trade off tasks with teammates to deliver smooth service.

Skills

Customer service

English communication

Multitasking

Stamina

Job description

The Oakville Grill & Cellar in Chicago seeks friendly Hosts to warmly greet guests, seat them, and manage reservations in a fast-paced setting. You will help maintain guest counts, assist with coat checks, and ensure a smooth, welcoming dining experience for all guests.

Candidates should be able to multitask, stand for long shifts, and communicate clearly in English. Weekend availability is expected, with opportunities for growth within a vibrant team inspired by California wine country vibes.