About Us: Channeling the spirit and cuisine of coastal southern Italy, Elephante aims to transport guests from Los Angeles to the Southern Mediterranean with stunning ocean views and dramatic sunsets.

Job Summary: As a Host, you will be responsible for guiding guests to their table as directed by the maître d’. To be successful in this role, you must be able to interact with guests, peers, and supervisors in a polite, courteous and hospitable manner.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain professional appearance standards as directed in the Company Employee Handbook.
• Anticipates and accommodates the needs of the guest.
• Maintains the general cleanliness and orderliness of the entrance area.
• Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.
• Actively takes and processes reservations for guests.
• Assists with incoming calls and answering questions from guests.
• Responsible for checking guests’ coats and other belongings (where applicable).
• Assists with setting up front desk area, performs side-work and other opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including:
• Ensures that all appropriate menus are printed and ready for service.
• Responsible for making sure all menu books are organized with current menus.
• Collects menus throughout the venue during shift.
• Performs opening side-work as assigned by Manager.
• Performs closing side-work as assigned by Manager.
• Reports all breakage, damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management.
• Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings.
• Participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings.
• Learn by listening, observing other team members and sharing knowledge while leading by example.
• Portrays a positive and professional attitude.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the Company, its partners and supporting hotel environments.
• Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.
• Other duties as assigned by the Manager on Duty.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Previous hospitality experience.
• Previous host experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Must be able to stand, lift and bend for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to bend and lift to 50 lbs.
• Roles may include job duties or tasks requiring repetitive motion.
• Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.
• Must be able to work and remain focused in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of varying shifts such as days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Santa Monica, CA 90401 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Santa Monica, CA 90401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person