What are the responsibilities and job description for the Restaurant Host/Hostess position at Sushi Lin Park Slope?
Job Summary
Sushi Lin Park Slope is seeking a friendly, welcoming, and organized Restaurant Host/Hostess to join our hospitality team. The ideal candidate will greet guests, manage the host stand, assist with seating, answer questions, and help create a smooth and welcoming dining experience from the moment guests arrive.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hospitality, communicates professionally, stays organized during busy service periods, and works well as part of a restaurant team.
Key Responsibilities
- Welcome and greet guests warmly upon arrival
- Provide friendly, professional, and attentive service
- Manage the restaurant entrance and host stand
- Assist with seating guests according to restaurant procedures
- Maintain accurate waitlists and communicate estimated wait times
- Answer guest questions about menu items, seating, and restaurant services
- Coordinate with servers, kitchen staff, and management to support smooth service
- Monitor table availability and assist with efficient table rotation
- Provide menus and other materials to guests as needed
- Assist with reservations and guest inquiries when required
- Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming host stand and entrance area
- Help prepare dining areas before service and reset areas as needed
- Assist guests with special requests and concerns in a polite manner
- Support team members during busy service periods
- Follow restaurant policies and food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures
- Assist with opening, closing, and other daily front-of-house duties
- Perform additional responsibilities assigned by restaurant management
Requirements
- Previous host/hostess, restaurant, hospitality, or guest-service experience is preferred but not required
- Friendly, professional, and welcoming attitude
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to remain organized in a fast-paced restaurant environment
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to handle guest requests and concerns professionally
- Reliable, punctual, and responsible work ethic
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Preferred Skills
- Previous restaurant host/hostess or front-of-house experience
- Strong guest-service and interpersonal skills
- Experience managing reservations or waitlists
- Good organization and time-management skills
- Ability to multitask during busy dining periods
- Professional telephone and communication skills
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to maintain a calm and welcoming presence during busy service
- Interest in restaurant and hospitality operations
Benefits
Benefits may vary based on position, location, employment status, and eligibility. Potential benefits may include:
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible scheduling options
- On-the-job training
- Employee dining or discount opportunities may be available
- Supportive and team-oriented work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Career advancement opportunities
About the Company
Sushi Lin Park Slope is focused on providing quality food, attentive hospitality, and a welcoming dining environment. The restaurant team works together to maintain efficient service, cleanliness, consistency, and a positive experience for every guest.
Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $27