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Desnuda Cocina
Boston, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2026

Desnuda Cocina& Bar is a new trendy restaurant that will be opening soon in the South End. From the team behind Gigi, ILONA and KAVA Neo-Taverna, we will be offering a very high-energy environment. We are looking for candidates who can keep up with the fast pace, with the ability to grow with our team, and take advantage of upcoming career advancement opportunities.

Job Description

We are looking for a Host/ Hostess who will be responsible for greeting guesste and organizing reservations.

To succeed in this role, you will need to have a positive attitude and the ability to work well under pressure with bussers, cooks, and other staff. Previous work experience involving customer service in a fast-paced environment is greatly desired.
Host/ Hostess Responsibilities:

  • Greeting guests: Warmly welcome customers as they enter the restaurant, making eye contact and acknowledging them with a smile.

Required skills for a hostess role:

  • Managing reservations: Taking phone reservations, updating the reservation system, and managing waitlists.
  • Seating guests: Assigning tables based on availability and party size, considering customer preferences where possible.
  • Providing wait times: Communicating accurate wait times to guests in the waiting area.
  • Distributing menus: Presenting menus to seated guests and informing them of any specials or menu changes.
  • Maintaining cleanliness: Keeping the hostess stand and waiting area clean and organized.
  • Answering questions: Addressing any initial inquiries guests may have regarding the menu or restaurant layout.
  • Communication with staff: Coordinating with servers and other staff to ensure smooth service.

Host/ Hostess Requirements: Experience providing excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.

  • A positive attitude and ability to work well under pressure with bussers, cooks, and other staff.Able to perform high-quality work while unsupervised.
  • Able to handle money accurately and operate a point-of-sale system.
  • High school diploma.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment and deliver orders promptly.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $22.11 - $26.63 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $27

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