Lead Host
$19 - $25/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
$19 - $25/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
$22 - $25/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
$22 - $25/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
Nashville, TN · On-site
$22 - $25/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
Nashville, TN · On-site
$22 - $25/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
$18 - $24/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
$18 - $24/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
Chicago, IL · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
Chicago, IL · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
Washington, DC · On-site
$20 - $24/hr
We're hiring people to join our team as LEAD HOST STAFF! A Few of Our Lead Host Benefits ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
Washington, DC · On-site
$20 - $24/hr
We're hiring people to join our team as LEAD HOST STAFF! A Few of Our Lead Host Benefits ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
Chicago, IL · On-site
$19 - $25/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
Chicago, IL · On-site
$19 - $25/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
Chicago, IL · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
Chicago, IL · On-site
$18 - $24/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
$22 - $25/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
$22 - $25/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
Wheeling, IL · On-site
$15 - $22/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
Wheeling, IL · On-site
$15 - $22/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
Nashville, TN · On-site
$22 - $25/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
Nashville, TN · On-site
$22 - $25/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
$15 - $22/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Lead Host
$15 - $22/hr
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact ... We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we ...
Host/Hostess
Huntersville, NC · On-site
$11 - $14/hr
Kabuto is looking to hire a Host/Hostess. Join our team for a fun working environment. Note: * Shifts are short, ranging from 3 to 5 hours. * Potential tips available. * Perfect for students or as a ...
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Host/Hostess
Huntersville, NC · On-site
$11 - $14/hr
Kabuto is looking to hire a Host/Hostess. Join our team for a fun working environment. Note: * Shifts are short, ranging from 3 to 5 hours. * Potential tips available. * Perfect for students or as a ...
HOST / HOSTESS The Aielli Group is looking for a Host or Hostess to join our team. The Host/Hostess responsibilities include greeting guest, providing accurate wait times, and escorting customers to ...
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HOST / HOSTESS The Aielli Group is looking for a Host or Hostess to join our team. The Host/Hostess responsibilities include greeting guest, providing accurate wait times, and escorting customers to ...
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He or she must always be willing to meet our guest with a friendly smile We are looking to hire for the Host/Hostess position. We are interested in hardworking, reliable people that THRIVE in a fast ...
He or she must always be willing to meet our guest with a friendly smile We are looking to hire for the Host/Hostess position. We are interested in hardworking, reliable people that THRIVE in a fast ...
Host/Hostess
Lake Stevens, WA · On-site
He or she must always be willing to meet our guest with a friendly smile We are looking to hire for the Host/Hostess position. We are interested in hardworking, reliable people that THRIVE in a fast ...
Host/Hostess
Lake Stevens, WA · On-site
He or she must always be willing to meet our guest with a friendly smile We are looking to hire for the Host/Hostess position. We are interested in hardworking, reliable people that THRIVE in a fast ...
Host/Hostess
Battle Ground, WA · On-site
He or she must always be willing to meet our guest with a friendly smile We are looking to hire for the Host/Hostess position. We are interested in hardworking, reliable people that THRIVE in a fast ...
Host/Hostess
Battle Ground, WA · On-site
He or she must always be willing to meet our guest with a friendly smile We are looking to hire for the Host/Hostess position. We are interested in hardworking, reliable people that THRIVE in a fast ...
Host/Hostess
Silverdale, WA · On-site
He or she must always be willing to meet our guest with a friendly smile We are looking to hire for the Host/Hostess position. We are interested in hardworking, reliable people that THRIVE in a fast ...
Host/Hostess
Silverdale, WA · On-site
He or she must always be willing to meet our guest with a friendly smile We are looking to hire for the Host/Hostess position. We are interested in hardworking, reliable people that THRIVE in a fast ...
Host/Hostess
Lakewood, WA · On-site
He or she must always be willing to meet our guest with a friendly smile We are looking to hire for the Host/Hostess position. We are interested in hardworking, reliable people that THRIVE in a fast ...
Host/Hostess
Lakewood, WA · On-site
He or she must always be willing to meet our guest with a friendly smile We are looking to hire for the Host/Hostess position. We are interested in hardworking, reliable people that THRIVE in a fast ...
Host/Hostess
Tacoma, WA · On-site
He or she must always be willing to meet our guest with a friendly smile We are looking to hire for the Host/Hostess position. We are interested in hardworking, reliable people that THRIVE in a fast ...
Host/Hostess
Tacoma, WA · On-site
He or she must always be willing to meet our guest with a friendly smile We are looking to hire for the Host/Hostess position. We are interested in hardworking, reliable people that THRIVE in a fast ...
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Lead Host
Chicago, IL
Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants •
Food Services and Drinking Places • 5 - 10K employees5,001 - 10,000 employees
$19 - $25/hr
Part-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 4 days ago
Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises rating
7.7
Based on 43 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
1st of 89 rated restaurants
Job description
We're hiring people to join our team as LEAD HOST STAFF!
The Lead Host coordinates the flow of the restaurant and is the first and last point of contact with our guests.
Responsibilities include:
- coordinating guest seating and reservations for the host team
- effectively managing wait lists and providing accurate wait times
- coordinating with management to ensure smooth table turnover
- maintaining a professional, warm demeanor throughout each shift
At least 2 years of Host experience in a high-volume restaurant is required.
A Few of Our Lead 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)
Become a part of the SUSHI-SAN team at our new Lincoln Park location! SUSHI-SAN is known for elevated, exceptional Japanese cuisine and service within a relaxed atmosphere. Join one of the hottest restaurant brands in Chicago in a fast-paced, fun team environment, and jumpstart your career in the Lettuce Entertain You team.
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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LEAD HOST JOB DESCRIPTION
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.
EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify
LEAD HOST JOB DESCRIPTION
Lead Hostsare responsible for host training, the maintenance of training manuals and upholding standards of guest service. Responsible for the initial warm greeting and seating of guests, answering of 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
- Interact with, direct, train and develop host employees in a fair and dignified manner
- 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 effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
- Multitask calmly and effectivelyunder pressure
- 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 processing hosts' new-hire paperwork
- Schedule, conduct and/or oversee all aspects new-hire and on-going host training
- Review and maintain host manuals and training materials
- Observe host employees' service standards and communicate observations to Management, Partners and Trainers; Assist in developing and implementing necessary plans of action
- Assist with maintaining and updating restaurant's "zoning" procedures
- Use proper phone and voicemail etiquette and guidelines
- Assist with clearing, cleaning and resetting tables and maintaining restrooms
- Sell and accurately account for gift cards
- 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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Industry
Food services and drinking places
Company size
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Chicago, IL, US
Year founded
1971