Company OverviewReid's is the Carolina's leading specialty food store and a favorite culinary destination. Reid's specializes in superior meats, wines, regional provisions, locally grown produce, seasonally fresh meals & gift baskets for our loyal customer base.Reid's is looking for hardworking, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable people to join our team! We offer a safe and exciting work environment with the opportunity to learn and grow within the company.In addition to a positive work environment and opportunities for career growth, Reid's offers medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, commuter benefits, discounts, and more!Job SummaryWe are looking for a customer-focused Host to join our team! You will be welcoming guests, seating them in the restaurant, and helping ensure they enjoy an exceptional dining experience. You are a natural people person who can quickly build rapport with guests and create a welcoming atmosphere. Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities, you rely on your excellent organization and communication skills to bring your best each day for yourself, restaurant staff, and guests.Responsibilities
Greet guests and seat them at tables or in waiting areas
Provide guests with menus
Assign patrons to tables suitable for their needs and according to rotation so that servers receive an appropriate number of seatings
Inform guests of current promotions and who will be serving them to ensure a smooth handoff to the service staff
Manage the flow of guests into the dining and bar areas, provide accurate wait times to incoming guests if appropriate
Operate cash registers to accept payments for food and beverages
Qualifications
·Previous restaurant hosting or serving experience preferred
Friendly and customer-focused personality
Ability to articulate clear greetings and farewells to guests, as well as being able to understand requests for assistance
Ability to clearly communicate guests’ needs to Servers, Bussers, Managers, etc.
Ability to effectively communicate on the telephone
Must be able to carry trays or supplies (10-30 lbs.)
Benefits
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee discounts
Growth Opportunities