Job Description
The Restaurant Hostess serves as the first point of contact for guests, creating a welcoming and pleasant dining experience from the moment they arrive. The role involves greeting and seating guests, managing reservations and waitlists, coordinating with serving staff, and maintaining a smooth flow of guests throughout the restaurant.
Key Responsibilities:
- Warmly greet guests as they arrive and thank them as they leave.
- Manage reservations and seating arrangements to ensure efficient table turnover.
- Maintain an organized waitlist during busy periods and provide accurate wait time estimates.
- Escort guests to their tables, ensuring they are comfortably seated and attended to promptly.
- Communicate guest preferences, special occasions, and seating requests to
- Monitor the dining area to ensure cleanliness, order, and guest satisfaction.
- Answer phone calls and assist with inquiries, reservations, and takeout orders (if applicable).
- Collaborate with servers, bussers, and kitchen staff to ensure efficient service flow.
- Assist in maintaining menus, promotional materials, and other front-of-house supplies.
- Handle guest complaints or requests with professionalism, escalating issues to the manager when necessary.
- Follow all restaurant policies, including health, safety, and grooming standards.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous experience in hospitality, customer service, or a restaurant setting is an advantage.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Professional appearance and a positive, friendly attitude.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift light items (up to 20 lbs) as needed.
Key Competencies:
- Customer focus and hospitality mindset
- Professionalism and poise
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving and adaptability
- Attention to detail