What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mercato Bar & Kitchen - Restaurant Host position at Mercato Bar & Kitchen?
Mercato Bar & Kitchen is looking for a Host to join their team!
Mercato Bar & Kitchen is a small family owned restaurant serving Italian inspired fare. The menu changes seasonally, highlighting fresh and unique flavors throughout the year.
WHO YOU ARE: A motivated, organized, charismatic individual. You are passionate about food and beverage, people and hospitality. A quick thinker who possesses the ability to simultaneously be creative and organized. Inherently hospitable, infinitely curious and KIND. You perform well under pressure and have an insatiable desire to learn!
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Focus on providing guests with a positive and hospitable experience from the second they walk into the restaurant. You are the guest's first (& last) impression of the restaurant!
- Greet and thank each guest entering and leaving the restaurant.
- Efficiently seat the restaurant. Seat guests at a suitable table for their party size and remove extra place settings.
- Accurately quoting guests wait times and managing a wait list.
- Effectively communicate to guests as well as team mates!
- Maintain the high standards of cleanliness and appearance throughout all areas of the restaurant both before, during and after service.
- Demonstrate knowledge of menu items, service procedures, table settings and service ware.
- Demonstrate knowledge of restaurant opening hours, history and ownership structure
- Demonstrate an eagerness to continue to learn and grow.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES
- Excellent communication skills
- Previous restaurant experience preferred but no experience is required if you have an enthusiasm to learn and ambition to grow
- Must be able to work standing or walking for 4-6 hours at a time
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
- Professional demeanor with the ability to exceed guest's expectations
WHAT WE OFFER YOU:
- Consistent scheduling from Tuesday to Saturday. The restaurant will be closed Sunday and Monday. Shifts are 4:45pm-9:15pm.
- Competitive compensation
- Continued education in food, beverage and service
- Team oriented environment, focussed on learning and improving everyday
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Continue, develop, or launch your career with us at Le Café Cent-Dix
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Application Question(s):
- Shifts available are Tuesday-Saturday 4:45pm-9:15pm. What days are you available?
Experience:
- Restaurant: 1 year (Preferred)
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17