Host

0-1 years

Veselka Williamsburg is seeking a part-time host with weekend availability.

DESCRIPTION:

As a Host, you play a crucial role in ensuring a positive dining experience for our guests while being an important part of the operation. The ideal candidate will be dedicated, ambitious and seeking opportunities to grow their career. At Veselka, Hosts are hardworking and friendly, operate in a quick and efficient manner with a passion to accommodate the needs of the restaurants guests.

The positions core functions will involve welcoming guests and ensuring they are seated in a timely manner, providing guests with menus, as well as managing the line during busy meal service.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Welcoming guests as they walk into the restaurant and thanking them as they leave;

• Guiding guests to the table in a timely manner;

• Providing guests with menus and any other promotional materials;

• Managing the flow of guests as well as as the line during peak hours;

• Optimizing seating at different tables and sections of the restaurant to ensure balanced workload for wait staff;

• Answering any initial questions guests might have promptly and courteously

• Helping service staff to remove tableware such as dishes, glasses and utensils to keep tables from becoming too crowded;

• Assisting bussers to reset tables with clean silverware and napkins so those are ready for next guests when needed;

• Refilling water, coffee and hot water during service hours when needed;

• Maintaining the tidiness of the host stand area as well as dining area;

• Following food handling regulations and other guidelines to increase guest safety;

• Streamlining the restaurant processes to improve guest experience;

• Making sure that all operational duties and tasks are completed in a timely manner.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent communication skills for interacting with guests;

• Prior experienced with Resy;

• Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks at once;

• Strong communication skills working in a team environment;

• Ability to work in high-pressure, fast-paced environment while maintaining composure and efficiency;

• Physical stamina to stand and work for extended periods of time;

• Organization skills and attention to detail;

• Experience in the hospitality industry with a background in food service;

• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Compensation: Hourly ($18.00) plus tips

Customer Service Orientation

Teamwork

Time Management

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Multitasking

Attention to Guest Experience

Stress Management

Work Ethic

Efficiency

Interpersonal Skills

Conflict Resolution

Initiative

Dependability

Responsiveness

Positive Attitude

Collaboration

Professionalism

Safety Awareness

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