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TITLE: Host

DEPARTMENT: Food & Beverage

REPORTS TO: F&B Supervisor/F&B Manager

JOB SUMMARY

Greet customers in a friendly, enthusiastic, professional, and timely manner to the restaurant.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

· Welcome guests in a warm and friendly manner.

· Seat guests and manage seating chart based on resultant activity and dining flow.

· Respond to guest inquiries via phone or in person.

· Create reservations.

· Assist fellow associates with work including, but not limited to cleaning, stocking, folding silverware.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the manager based upon the particular requirements of the hotel:

· Additional duties as necessary and assigned.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities:

· Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.

· Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.

· Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.

· Must possess basic computational ability.

· Must possess basic computer skills.

· Knowledge of the appropriate table settings and service ware.

· Ability to describe all menu items, prices and methods of preparation. And to use suggestive selling techniques to encourage the guests to choose items that are house specialties.

· Inform supervisor of any problems or complaints.

· Responsible for the proper handling of all equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

· Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 4 hours in length.

· Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space.

· Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks.

· Must be able to exert well-paced ability to maneuver between functions occurring simultaneously.

· Must be able to lift trays of food or food items weighing up to 30 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis.

· Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 250 lbs. frequently.

· Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.

· Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors and other employees.

· Vision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perception.

· Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment.

AVAILABILITY

This company operates seven days a week, 24 hours a day. At times it may be necessary to move you from your accustomed work day, to include Holidays, or time of work if business or task assignments demand. In addition, it should be understood that business needs determines the amount of hours that you work.

In accordance with Illinois law, the compensation and benefits for this position are as follows:

Pay Range:
$17.00 per hour

Compensation within this range will be determined based on relevant experience, skills, and other job-related factors consistent with applicable law.

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive access to the following benefits, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements:

• Paid time off, including:
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave and/or paid leave
  • Vacation time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discounts (e.g., hotel stays, food & beverage, and partner programs)

Paid Leave

This position is eligible for paid leave benefits in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

The Company provides paid leave benefits that meet or exceed legal requirements. Details regarding accrual, use, and eligibility will be provided upon hire.

Scheduling Expectations

Work schedules for this position are based on business needs and may vary, including:

• Evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Shifts based on occupancy levels, events, and seasonal demand

Schedules are communicated in advance in accordance with Company policy.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws