Jan 3, 2025

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35 East 18th Street, New York, NY, United States

35 East 18th Street, New York, NY, United States

full_time

hourly

$16.00

1 year EXPERIENCE

** *abc Restaurants is Actively seeking Hosts!*

*OVERVIEW*

At abc Restaurants (abc Kitchen, abc Cocina, abcV), we are passionately committed to offering the freshest, safest ingredients, presenting a seasonal menu, that is locally focused and globally artistic, and cultivating a healthy relationship on our tables and for the planet. Our atmospheric elements feature environmentally conscious stories, honoring the preservation of the arts and global sustainability. Jean-Georges has made culinary history and developed a reputation as remarkable as his food, by tapping his deep understanding of the restaurant world and pairing it with his forward-thinking vision.

*POSITION SUMMARY*

The host will greet g uests upon arrival, inform guests of wait time s , monitor the waiting list, enter g uest names into the computer system, show g uests to their table, and bid farewell as they leave. The Host will create a warm and welcoming environment by presenting a positive first impression.

*ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES*

* Deliver a fantastic food and beverage dining experience to all guests

* Welcome guests by greeting them per the company standards and respond to customer queries by resolving issues in a timely and efficient manner to ensure customer satisfaction

* Escort guests to seats and set them up for a pleasurable dining experience based on the appropriate floor plan

* Promote and maintain the highest level of customer service to all guests while staying alert to their needs

* Provide guests with food and beverage menus while demonstrating expert knowledge of all menu items, as well as daily specials

* Receive and record dining reservations or respond to general inquiries via telephone or online reservation system

* Confer with dining room staff to ensure guests are receiving prompt and courteous service

* Provide guests with information about the Seaport, including giving direction

* Maintain dining ambiance with an enthusiastic and graceful attitude

* Actively participate during lineup

* Professional demeanor, polished appearance with the ability to exceed guest's expectations

* Maintain impeccable standards of cleanliness and appearance throughout all areas of the Host booth before, during, and after service

* Adhere to sanitation, safety, and alcohol beverage control policies

* Complete all assigned side work relevant to guest interactive service

* Follow all company policies, procedures, and guidelines

* Consistently report to scheduled shifts on time and ready to work in proper uniform

* Operate ethically to protect the assets and image of the company

* Performs other duties and responsibilities as per business need

*KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL*

* Minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of restaurant experience; fine dining and high-volume

* A passion for food, wine, and service

* A strong sense of urgency

* Strong organization skills

* Ability to deliver unsurpassed hospitality and guest experience

* Strong interpersonal and communication skills

* Mastery of tableside etiquette

* A desire for growth

* Have long-term goals in the service industry

* A rigorous attention to detail

* Ability to take direction and execute

* High standards for cleanliness of workspace and service areas

* Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays

* Professional demeanor, polished appearance with the ability to exceed guest's expectations

*PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*

* Ability to perform essential job functions consistently, safely, and successfully with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

* Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

* Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time and climb steps regularly.

* Ability to physically maneuver through work areas; bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms, and hands above shoulder height frequently , or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment.

*COMPENSATION*

The base pay range for this position is $16.00 per hour plus tips. The determination of what a specific employee in this job classification is paid within the range depends on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, prior employment history/job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, etc.

*Lucy Restaurant LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*