Host

  • Almyra Restaurant
  • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • Full Time
Required Years of Experience

1 year

Job Details

POSITION SUMMARY

Almyra Restaurant by The Estia Group is now hiring experienced Hosts to join our team! If you are passionate about hospitality and want to be part of a great team with amazing potential for growth, this is the perfect opportunity to take your career to the next level!

As a Host , you have a genuine passion for hospitality. You will be responsible for leading the service team through all guest interactions at the door and creating memorable guest experiences.

Host/Hostess Responsibilities:

  • Greeting guests as they enter and putting them on a waiting list as necessary.
  • Providing guests with menus and answering any initial questions.
  • Seating guests at tables
  • Assigning guests to tables they prefer, while keeping table rotation in mind so that servers receive the right number of guests.
  • Engaging with guests to ensure they're happy with food and service.
  • Responding to complaints and helping to resolve them.
  • Answering phone calls, taking reservations and answering questions.
  • Knowledge of the menu.
  • Providing great customer service.

Hostess Requirements:

  • Ability to provide top notch customer service in a fast-paced environment.
  • A positive attitude and ability work well under pressure with all restaurant staff.
  • Does high-quality work while unsupervised.
  • Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
  • Willing to follow instructions and ask questions for clarification if needed.
  • Able to work in a busy restaurant environment.
  • Restaurant experience a plus.

What we look for:

  • Available to work weekends
  • Experience in a guest-facing restaurant role preferred
  • English fluency
  • Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
  • Positive team-first attitude
  • Commitment to education and learning

What We Provide You:

  • Competitive wages
  • Passionate leadership and career advancement opportunities
  • Ability to contribute to a new restaurant
  • Employee dining program
  • Family meals

This is an amazing opportunity to be a part of our team and grow with us!

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($16.00 - $18.00)

Benefits & Perks: Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Customer Service

Strong Communication Skills

Top Notch Customer Service

Problem Solving Skills

Menu Knowledge

Time Management Skills

Ability to work well under pressure

Adaptability in a Dynamic Environment

Reservation Handling

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Customer Focused Mindset

Knowledge of the Menu

Team Collaboration

Phone Etiquette

Ability to Handle Stressful Situations

Complaint Resolution

Interpersonal Skills

Great Customer Service

Multitasking Abilities

Time Management

Conflict Resolution skills

Teamwork

Initiative in Seeking Clarification

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Ability to Maintain Composure Under Pressure

Ability to Work in a Standing Position for Long Periods of Time

Willingness to learn and grow

Communication

positive work ethic

Ability to Follow Instructions and Ask Questions for Clarification

Ability to stand for long periods of time

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Physical Strength (Able to Lift Up to 30 Lbs)

Standing for Long Periods of Time

Fluency in English

Following Instructions

Ability to Balance and Carry Multiple Plates and Glass Racks

English fluency

Positive Team First Attitude

Balancing and Carrying Items

Positive Attitude

commitment to learning

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Job ID: 487306741
Originally Posted on: 7/30/2025

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