HOST - Mercado Upscale Restaurant

Mercado Pasadena is looking for:

Friendly & Professional Host
Host Position

Company Introduction:

Cocinas y Calaveras, LLC is a privately held collection of contemporary Mexican restaurants that are an inventive mix of food, atmosphere and tradition which reflects the heart and soul of Mexican dining. Mercado locations exist in Santa Monica, Beverly Grove, Hollywood, Pasadena, and Manhattan Beach.

The menu features signature creations such as Chef Jose Acevedo’s revered carnitas and what has come to be known as the "best flan in the universe." Our bar specializes in craft cocktails with many premium tequilas & unique mezcals. Along with great food & drinks we pride ourselves in our hospitable & consistent service standards.

Cocinas y Calaveras, LLC Restaurant Group is looking for host candidates with a true passion for the hospitality industry. We are seeking candidates who are willing to go above and beyond for our guests and who are dedicated to working collectively to achieve one goal; providing the best Mexican food with the highest service standards. If you are interested in being a part of a dynamic and exciting restaurant group please apply in person Monday - Thursday between 2-4pm/

Server Job Responsibilities:

• Greet every guest that enters the restaurant with a warm and friendly welcome
• Create, Modify, Manage and seat reservations and walk-in parties
• Answer and direct all incoming phone calls
• Assist in running food and beverage in a warm and friendly manner.
• Prioritize and execute multiple tasks in order to facilitate a seamless and enjoyable dining experience
• Maintain, clean, sanitize, prepare and arrange tables before, during, and after serving guests
• Protects establishment and patrons by adhering to sanitation, safety, and alcohol beverage control policies.

Host Qualifications / Skills:

• General Math Skills
• Hospitality Focused
• Excellent Communication skills
• Customer Service
• Teamwork
• Outgoing, Energetic and Friendly
• Strong work ethic
• Passion and drive for excellence and professionalism
• Thrives in a fast paced, high volume environment

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

• High school diploma
• CA Food Handler Certificate
• LEAD Certification

We are ready for you to join our team!

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $16.94 /hour

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $16.94 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Physical setting:

• Upscale casual restaurant

Shift:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Pasadena, CA 91101: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17