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Restaurant Host

Saguaro Palm Springs

Restaurant Host

Palm Springs, CA
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    About our Brand

    That colorful hotel in the desert, The Saguaro is a good time. It’s not that complicated. There’s plenty of sunshine, a buzzing pool scene and lots of local flavor.

    We are seeking a dynamic Restaurant Host to join our team. A successful candidate will have a genuine passion for the hospitality industry and an entrepreneurial spirit.

    Responsibilities

    Must be courteous and gracious, maintaining a professional demeanor at all times

    Establish and maintain good communications and team work with fellow colleagues and other departments within the hotel

    Offer guests an enjoyable experience that conforms to the company’s standards of excellence, professionalism and friendliness

    Provide guests with menus

    Greet guests and seat them at tables or in waiting areas

    Assign patrons to tables suitable for their needs

    Inspect dining and serving areas to ensure cleanliness and proper setup

    Speak with patrons to ensure satisfaction with food and service, and to respond to complaints

    Receive and record patrons' dining reservations

    Maintain contact with Kitchen staff, management, serving staff, and customers to ensure that dining details are handled properly, and customers' concerns are addressed

    Inform patrons of establishment specialties and features

    Direct patrons to waiting areas such as lounges

    Operate cash registers to accept payments for food and beverages as needed

    Prepare cash receipts after establishments close

    Supervise and coordinate activities of dining room staff to ensure that patrons receive prompt and courteous service

    Assist in planning functions or other special events and services

    Maintain an increased awareness of safety issues throughout the hotel

    Participate in scheduled departmental and administrative meetings as requested

    Core Competencies

    High School diploma or general education degree (GED)

    One (1) year related experience in hospitality or service industry preferred

    Strong communication skills

    Collaborative spirit

    Ethical Conduct

    Positive Attitude

    Eye for Detail

    Problem solving abilities

    Compensation & Benefits

    We offer competitive wages and benefits while fostering a diverse and inclusive work experience.

    We thrive in being a diverse work environment. Consideration for employment will be based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.