Host
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The Host serves as the first point of contact for guests and plays a critical role in setting the tone for an elevated dining experience. This position is responsible for managing reservations, coordinating dining room flow, and seating guests thoughtfully to ensure a smooth and balanced service. The Host maintains a clean and organized host stand while providing warm, professional, and attentive service, ensuring guests feel welcomed and cared for throughout their visit.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate guest seating and manage dining room flow to support efficient and consistent service
- Manage waitlists and guest arrival flow while communicating accurate wait times and seating expectations
- Manage reservations and answer incoming calls, providing accurate information and setting appropriate guest expectations
- Maintain awareness of guest preferences, special occasions, dietary restrictions, and special accommodations
- Accurately maintain reservation, guest preference, and seating information in the reservation management system
- Ensure the host area and surrounding spaces are clean, organized, and compliant with health and safety standards
- Deliver professional and attentive guest service by anticipating the needs of both guests and team members
- Resolve routine guest concerns and communicate service issues to management as appropriate
- Complete assigned administrative and preparatory tasks, including morning setup duties