Host

Saffy's

Host

Los Angeles, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Vision insurance

    Job Purpose: Welcome and warmly greet all guests upon arrival. Manage the efficient and timely seating of our guests to a table that best serves their wishes. Maintain the flow of the restaurant so as to not overwhelm any given area and the guest experience is not compromised. To thank every guest as they depart.

    Duties & Responsibilities:

    Warmly and graciously greet all guests upon arrival.

    When possible, open the front door for guests entering or leaving the restaurant.

    Effectively work the computerized seating and reservation system.

    Provide guests with estimated waiting time.

    Accommodate special seating requests for guests whenever possible.

    Seat guest guests based on guest preferences and balancing of customer flow in server stations.

    Answer phones with correct phone greeting. Direct calls to the appropriate person or take messages.

    Maintain the cleanliness of the Host station and front entry of the restaurant.

    Thank guests as they leave and invite them to return.

    Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor.

    Working Conditions and Expectations:

    Work schedule will may vary between early morning to late evening, weekends and holidays

    Shifts will range from 4 - 8 hours and you may at times be asked to work overtime

    Able to work in a fast paced environment and keep with the guests needs.

    Working inside as well as in outside dining areas.

    Always act in a professional manner that represents the restaurant, owners, partners and staff.

    Respectful to all guests that have chosen to dine in our restaurants.

    Demonstrate teamwork in all areas of the restaurant

    Work with a positive attitude in all types of situations

    Follow safety and sanitation rules and laws at all times

    Attends all scheduled employee meetings.

    Always act in the best interest of the restaurant, fellow employees and guests.

    Welcome and accept feedback and coaching from the management team in order to maintain and grow as an employee

    Qualifications:

    High school diploma or equivalent.

    Customer service and/or restaurant experience preferred.

    Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in the predominant language(s) of our guests.

    Have working knowledge of food menu.

    Food Handlers certificate required

    Responsible Beverage Service training required

    Physical Requirements:

    Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours) and work in a multiple level building.

    Be able to safely lift and easily maneuver items that may weigh up to 15 pounds.