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Mercadito is currently seeking full-time, enthusiastic hosts to join our team!
Opened in 2010, Mercadito splashed into the hospitality scene in the heart of Chicago’s River North neighborhood at 108 W. Kinzie St, with the goal to create an upscale Mexican restaurant that caters to the tastes of those who crave elevated authentic Mexican cuisine, specialty tequila and mezcal libations.
Being voted a top Mexican restaurant in Chicago , Mercadito is the city’s go-to for fresh ingredients and menu items made from scratch such as their homemade tortillas and seasonal guacamole; focusing on consistently delivering bold flavor and authentic recipes.
The ideal spot to start off an evening of long lasting memories due to its festive cocktails and shareable plates. With a quaint patio, front lounge, and main dining room with garage windows for an indoor-outdoor feel, Mercadito offers a spacious space for guests to relax and enjoy a memorable experience while having the privacy and space to spread out.
Qualified Hosts will have:
- A genuine passion for hospitality
- Smile!
- Minimum 1 year of Host experience in a well-rated restaurant
- Thrive in a fast-paced, high volume environment, and maintains a calm demeanor while quickly and effectively solving problems
- Must be hospitable, approachable, and passionate about guest service and respectful towards colleagues and guests
- Must be able to demonstrate competency
- Must be able to work flexible shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays as needed.
- Ability to take direction, work in a team environment autonomously.
- Open availability to work daytime/evenings/weekends
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Posted 2 days ago
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Gaijin currently is seeking a full-time host to join our team. Our ideal candidates will have experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, all while maintaining a focused but fun attitude and providing a superior experience for our guests. Experience with Opentable and toast a plus.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!
Just a few reasons why Gaijin is a great place to work:
Opportunity for growth—Chef Paul is all about long-term commitment and development for his team
Competitive industry wages
Paid time off for full-time employees (2 weeks per year)
Daily staff meal
Group health insurance for full-time employees working 30+ hours (after 90 days)
Fun work environment with a team dedicated to providing our guests with the best possible experience
Located in Chicago's West Loop, Gaijin by Chef Paul Virant is Chicago’s first and only dedicated okonomiyaki and kakigori restaurant. Okonomiyaki is a savory Japanese pancake, and kakigori is a Japanese shaved-ice dessert. Gaijin was named one of Chicago's best new restaurants by Chicago magazine in 2020. More at gaijinchicago.com.
Don't miss this opportunity to work with Chef Paul Virant and the Gaijin team and grow as we grow—we look forward to meeting you!
Compensation: Hourly Based on Experience ($20.00+)
To apply, please send your resume with a short self-introduction. Thank you! More detail about Gaijin part of Virant Restaurants, please visit
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Posted 3 days ago
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The James Beard Award winning bar in Williamsburg, Maison Premiere, is currently hiring experienced and charismatic Host/Hostess to join our expanding team.
We are looking for candidates with a genuine appreciation for the hospitality business, a professional work ethic.
Host position must have polished appearance and a poised and welcoming demeanor are essential.
Candidates must have a sincere desire to make guests feel at home and a non-stop drive to deliver outstanding service. Fine dining experience is preferred with great communication skills is required.
A keen interest in craft cocktails, absinthe, wine, oysters, and seafood, plus an eagerness to learn more are important. We are looking for candidates that will passionately embody our brand, vision, and high level of hospitality, and act as ambassadors to our food and beverage programs.
The work is fast paced and offers a great opportunity to expand your knowledge of seafood and cocktails.
We are committed to unique, respectfully sourced and harvested products, and are technique driven. We are seeking individuals who are committed to excellence and working at the highest levels! Be expected to work weekends and holidays.
We are interested in hiring candidates with open availability, including weekends and holidays, for both brunch and dinner shifts.
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Thank you for your interest on joining our team!
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Posted 7 days ago
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The Lunchroom is looking for full-time Hosts to join our team at our new location at Plaza del Lago in Wilmette. This position will be the first impression for our guests and will be key to delivering a memorable experience for all who dine with us. This role will be responsible to manage the seating of guests and will oversee The Lunchbox. The Host is an integral part of the FOH team and maintains a friendly, positive and professional attitude. We offer a small team where all team members’ contributions are valued.
Our ideal candidate will be organized and precise – with an eye towards consistency and quality. Prior experience maintaining a professional and friendly communication style with guests to create a welcoming client-centric environment is a must. The Host will serve as a restaurant ambassador and concierge to greet each guest as they enter and do whatever is necessary to assure they have the best experience possible.
Our environment requires our team to be professional in appearance and polished to deliver exceptional output to the store’s upscale clientele.
In our Gold Coast location downtown, The Lunchroom sits inside SPACE 519, a meticulously curated fashion and lifestyle destination recently featured in The New York Times . The Lunchroom, a 40-seat breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch restaurant with an all-day café, is winner of “OpenTable Diner’s Choice’, Chicago Magazine’s ‘Hot List’, and Modern Luxury ‘Brunch Buzz. This concept will be entirely replicated at the much-anticipated historic redevelopment of Plaza del Lago.
Weekend availability required.
Compensation (for full-time employees) includes:
Elective Medical + Dental Benefits
Paid Time Off
Employee Store + Dining Discounts
SPACE 519 | The Lunchroom is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Posted 10 days ago
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Aba Nashville is hiring people to join their opening team as HOST STAFF!
Open Interviews beginning July 8th:
- Open Interviews will be held: Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Location: Aba, 435 Houston Street, Nashville, TN 37203 (Entrance located at the corner of Houston St. and Brown St.)
- Parking: Street parking is possible but you may opt for paid parking at Metropolis Parking lot, 440 Humphreys St, Nashville, TN, 37203
Upon completing your application:
- You will receive an email that invites you to choose a date and time that works best for your schedule
- If the selected date/time no longer works, please attend at any time that is convenient during our Open Interview schedule
A Few of Our Host Benefits:
- Restaurant Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program - Focusing on a Commitment to Mental Health & Wellness
- Paid Vacation for Qualifying Employees
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life, Accident Protection & Critical Illness Insurance
- Domestic Partner Benefits
- 401(k)
Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, is a Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence. With locations in Chicago and Austin, the menu features Top Chef Alum, Chef Partner CJ Jacobson’s modern approach to Mediterranean cooking and the beverage program showcases spirits and rare wines from lesser known Mediterranean regions.
Caring. Creative. Careers.
Join the Lettuce Entertain You team! Our 100+ restaurants are nationally recognized for great food and service and as great places to work. We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we reward our teams with top notch benefits, career-long training and development and opportunities for growth. If you want a career at a progressive company with a long-standing commitment to people, join our caring and creative team.
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HOST JOB DESCRIPTION
Hosts are responsible for the initial, warm greeting and seating of guests, answering telephones, taking reservations and messages, maintaining accurate guest counts and wait times and saying goodbye to all guests. Assist with Coat Check duties as directed.
Essential Functions
- Warmly greet and seat guests in the restaurant
- Answer telephones, and take orders, messages and reservations
- Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
- Safely and effectively move chairs, tables, highchairs and booster seats
- Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment
- Ability to communicate in English in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
- Multitask calmly and effectively
- Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
- Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces
Key Responsibilities and Duties
- Ensure the overall guest experience exceeds expectations and anticipate guests’ needs
- Greet guests with a warm, sincere smile
- Use tact and good judgement when dealing with guest challenges and respond to guest needs with patience and courtesy
- Assist with clearing, cleaning and resetting tables and maintain restrooms
- Sell and accurately account for gift cards
- Answer telephones, and take orders, messages and reservations
- Use proper phone and voicemail etiquette and guidelines
- Understand and respond knowledgeably to questions about the restaurant and menu
- Follow all steps of service
- Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
- Proficiency in the use and operation of all necessary tools and equipment, including the reservation, telephone, paging and voicemail systems
- Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
- Successfully complete alcohol awareness training
- Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
- Get along well with others and be a team player
- Other duties will be assigned as needed
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- Fast-Paced Experience
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WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Welcome every guest with a warm and genuine greeting, setting the tone for their dining experience.
- Manage reservations and walk-ins using the restaurant’s reservation system, ensuring accurate table assignments and flow.
- Escort guests to their tables with poise and attentiveness, introducing them to their server when appropriate.
- Answer phone calls and respond to email inquiries, providing accurate information about the restaurant, menu, and policies.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming host stand and reception area at all times.
- Communicate with the Maitre d’ and Dining Room team to adjust seating arrangements and accommodate special requests or VIPs.
- Monitor the dining room and assist in pacing the flow of service to ensure an optimal guest experience.
- Assist with coordinating private events or large party reservations, ensuring seamless execution.
- Participate in pre-service briefings to stay informed about menu updates, special guests, and service priorities.
- Address guest concerns with empathy and professionalism, escalating issues to the Maitre d’ or management when necessary.
- Support additional Dining Room projects as needed.
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COTE, the carnivorous vision of proprietor Simon Kim, blends the dining experience of Korean Barbeque together with the hallmarks of a classic American Steakhouse. The result is a unique, convivial and interactive atmosphere, accompanied by the highest quality USDA Prime beef, an impeccable 1200+ label wine list, and a suite of classic-but-creative cocktails
Smokeless grills in every table, combined with cuts from our in-house dry aging room, ensure that every morsel of steak is hot, fresh, and caramelized every bite.
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Cafe Lift in Haddonfield, the flagship restaurant of 13th Street Kitchens restaurant group, is seeking a friendly and genuine Host to join our team!
Our ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and takes joy in creating memorable guest experiences.
Essential Functions:
- Warmly greet and seat guests in the restaurant
- Answer telephones, and take orders, messages and reservations
- Available to work mornings and weekends.
- Ability to multi-task calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
- Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
- Ensure the guest experience exceeds expectations and anticipate guests' needs
- Greet guests with a warm, sincere smile
- Use tact and good judgement when dealing with guest challenges and respond to guest needs with patience and courtesy along with Management assistance
- Use proper phone and voicemail etiquette and guidelines
- Understand and respond knowledgeably to questions about the restaurant
- Proficiency in the use and operation of our reservation system (Resy), telephone, and voicemail
Physical Demands:
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally push and/or pull up to 50 pounds. The employee will spend over 4 hours daily standing or walking.
After 90 days of employment, you will be eligible for partial Health Insurance and company discounts.
13th Street Kitchens is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Posted 4 days ago
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ABOUT US:
The h.wood Group is a Los Angeles based hospitality and lifestyle company with a diversified portfolio of upscale nightlife & restaurant concepts. The company is responsible for some of the most iconic brands in the world, including Delilah, The Nice Guy, and Bootsy Bellows, among many others. In addition to hospitality concepts, The h.wood Group offers corporate branding, catering, event production and marketing services. We are committed to providing a warm, inviting, and uniquely lavish experience for our diverse clientele. Our company is built on integrity, creating the world’s best restaurants, nightlife, and events.
ROLE SUMMARY:
Opening this Fall, Delilah Dallas is seeking Hosts to warmly welcome guests and ensure a smooth and inviting start to their dining experience. As the first point of contact, Hosts are essential in creating a friendly and professional atmosphere while managing reservations and guest flow. The ideal candidate is personable, attentive, and service-minded, with strong communication skills and a passion for hospitality. We’re looking for individuals who work well on a team, take initiative, and contribute to a positive guest-focused environment. Open availability is preferred.
We will begin interviews at the end of July.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Greet and escort guests to tables in a gracious and professional manner.
- Interact with guests and fellow staff members in a polite, courteous, and hospitable manner to ensure all guests have an exemplary dining experience.
- Greet and acknowledge VIPs in a professional manner.
- Control the flow of guests coming into the restaurant and bar.
- Anticipate guest needs and respond appropriately with a sense of urgency.
- Maintain a proactive approach to solving any guest questions or problems.
- Direct guest to the appropriate waiting area and provide table updates.
- Bid farewell to guests, using their name, and encouraging them to return to the restaurant.
- Maintain a clean and sanitized work environment.
- Answer phone calls and direct them to the appropriate department.
- Assist in supervising food servers, bussers, and food runners as it relates to guest contact and table information.
- Oversee daily restaurant reservations and pre-assigns seating when necessary.
- Communicate with management regarding special orders, cake orders, special requests, and VIP requests.
- Shut down podium and reorganize host stand at end of a shift.
- Ensure that all lost items are returned to management.
- Act as a brand ambassador for the company.
- Ensure compliance of all procedures and policies set forth by the company, division, and Health Department.
- Perform all opening and closing duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum 1 year experience as a host in a high-volume, fine dining setting.
- Must be 21+ years of age.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Must have excellent time management skills.
- Must be able to maintain a professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be reliable, responsible, and trustworthy.
- Must have high energy, great communication skills, and be able to work as part of a team.
- Must be able to stand during entire shift, often up to 8 hours with frequent bending, squatting, and lifting plates, boxes, and objects up to 30lbs.
- Must have attention to detail and willingness to deliver exceptional customer service.
PERKS:
- Dental and Vision insurance with company contribution offered the first of the month after 60 days of employment.
- Company Dining Discount.
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Posted 5 days ago
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As a part of John Fraser Restaurants, we are committed to excellence and offering jobs that create opportunity for an exciting & rewarding career in the hospitality industry under the guidance of some of the best in the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Welcoming and seating guests accurately and professionally
- Coordinating effective flow of guests and staff for a variety of events and high-volume services.
- Provide engaged, friendly, and attentive customer service to all guests inclusive of eye contact, respectable conversation and smiling.
- Ensure clear communication with guests always making genuine connections.
- Communicating effectively with management and dining room teams on guest updates, special occasions, allergies, table status, VIPs, etc.
- Estimating wait times for guests and maintaining the guest wait list.
- Orchestrate strategic seating plans.
- Understand tables configuration and optimization.
- Managing coat check in a clean and organized fashion.
- Identify guests in relations to their needs, regularity, and time of dining, food and drink choice, seat preference etc.
- Identify all regulars and VIP guests.
- Review all names in reservations and ensure special occasions (birthday, anniversary, etc.) are acknowledged and the allergies are flagged.
- Complete tasks in other FOH roles when needed to contribute to a positive guest experience.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by Management.
Requirements:
- At least 1 year of experience as a Host/Maître D
- Displays a pleasant and cheerful disposition.
- Able to communicate professionally and effectively with both guests and staff.
- Working knowledge of Resy or OpenTable.
- Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays if necessary.
- Must be able to stand and or walk for long periods of time without sitting
Please Note: We are very busy through the fall and winter. This is not a seasonal position. North Fork Table & Inn is located in Southold, Long Island.
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John Fraser Restaurants is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.
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