Lead Host

2 years

Chef Andrew Carmellini's team is looking for friendly, hard-working LEAD HOSTS to join them at Bar Primi located in Penn District.

Bar Primi is a pasta shop devoted to primi piatti, the pasta course. What began as an idea for a small space in New Yorks East Village has since become a downtown New York staple, housed on the Bowery for the last ten years. With this second location in Penn District in the heart of Midtown, chef-partner Andrew Carmellini will carry on his same tried and true methods of making fresh pasta.

Ideal candidates possess:
*Positive attitude and strong work ethic with the mentality of a team player.
*Great communication skills.
*The ability to function comfortably in busy environments.
*Comfortable speaking in front of a large group
*Open availability and career driven

Benefits: We offer medical, dental, and vision benefits day of hire for full time employees, as well as a 401(k), Paid Time Off, Employee Dining Discount, BRI Commuter Benefits, (FSA) Flexible Spending Account Benefits and Referral Reward Program.

Since first partnering in 2009, chef Andrew Carmellini, Josh Pickard and Luke Ostrom have opened a national portfolio of restaurants and culinary services at preeminent hotels, live music venues and major metropolitan sports arenas and airports across New York City, Detroit, Baltimore and Nashville including Locanda Verde, The Dutch, Joes Pub and The Library at The Public, Lafayette, Bar Primi, Leuca, Westlight, Mister Dips, Rec Pier Chop House, The Cannon Room, San Morello, Evening Bar, The Brakeman, Penny Red's, Carne Mare, Cafe Carmellini and The Portrait Bar. The team actively runs food and beverage operations in five hotels, including The Greenwich Hotel, The William Vale, Sagamore Pendry Baltimore, Shinola Hotel, and The Fifth Avenue Hotel. Known for delivering quality experiences and pertinent culinary culture, each place is a distinctly owned, handcrafted labor of love. They've received widespread critical acclaim, recognition on countless Best of lists, a Michelin star, and two coveted James Beard Foundation awards. To learn more, visit nhgnyc.com or AndrewCarmellini.com. The pay rate for the position is $25 per hour.

Compensation: Hourly ($25.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts

Positive Attitude

Customer Service Orientation

Strong Work Ethic

Adaptability to Fast Paced Environments

Team Player

Public Speaking Skills

Great Communication Skills

Collaboration With Team Members

Ability to Work in Busy Environments

Problem Solving Skills

Ability to Function in Busy Environments

Time Management Skills

Comfortable Speaking in Front of a Large Group

Attention to Detail

Career Driven

Ability to Handle Stress

Interpersonal Skills

Professionalism

Motivation for Career Growth

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Flexibility in scheduling

Culinary Knowledge

Passion for the Hospitality Industry

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