What are the responsibilities and job description for the Host position at Maxime's?
Maxime’s is NYC’s newest private member’s club from entrepreneur Robin Birley; owner of prestigious private member’s clubs 5 Hertford Street and Oswald’s in London. Maxime’s mission is to provide exceptional and discreet service for our members through unparalleled hospitality. Our aim is to make members feel as though they are in a private home, enjoying outstanding food and wine surrounded by stunning decor.
Maxime’s is the newest private member’s club from entrepreneur Robin Birley, located on the Upper East Side in Manhattan, New York City.
We are seeking a friendly and professional Host to join our team. Reporting to the Reception Manager the Host will provide impeccable hospitality to each member and their guests, always creating a welcoming atmosphere and elevating Maxime’s brand and service standards.
What We Offer
You’ll be working as part of an established team delivering exceptional experiences daily. With career progression opportunities, premium benefits, and unmatched exposure, this role is for committed and ambitious individuals who want to become a part of something truly unique in New York City’s private member’s club scene.
Maxime’s is the newest private member’s club from entrepreneur Robin Birley, located on the Upper East Side in Manhattan, New York City.
We are seeking a friendly and professional Host to join our team. Reporting to the Reception Manager the Host will provide impeccable hospitality to each member and their guests, always creating a welcoming atmosphere and elevating Maxime’s brand and service standards.
What We Offer
- Comprehensive Benefits Plan — medical, dental, vision & life insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off — significant vacation days & personal days
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
- Work-Life & Wellness Platform
- Retail, Restaurant & Activities Discounts
- Freshly Prepared Staff Meal on each shift
- Uniform & Dry Cleaning Provided
- And more exclusive perks!
- Proven success as a Host within fine dining, Michelin-starred establishments, or luxury hotel settings.
- Has a passion for exceptional hospitality in food and beverage.
- Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Operates at a high level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Exudes warmth and hospitality in all correspondence with members, visitors, and team members
- Ensures all members are welcomed to the club using the appropriate name/title as appropriate.
- Good phone etiquette, ability to deal with all enquiries and bookings as necessary.
- Ablity to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business.
- Willingness to maintain a clean, healthy, and safe working environment.
- Familiarity with restaurant POS and reservations systems is preferred. Ability to learn and adapt to new systems (Tevalis & SevenRooms) required.
- Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.
You’ll be working as part of an established team delivering exceptional experiences daily. With career progression opportunities, premium benefits, and unmatched exposure, this role is for committed and ambitious individuals who want to become a part of something truly unique in New York City’s private member’s club scene.
- This position requires regular standing, walking, and occasional lifting as part of normal restaurant operations. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.