Host / Hostess - White Olive - New York

Position Summary As a Host at NORTE, you are the first and final point of contact for our guests and play an essential role in creating the energy, hospitality, and professionalism of the restaurant. Hosts are expected to provide warm, confident, polished, and engaging hospitality to every guest entering and leaving the venue. You are responsible for managing the arrival and departure experience, reservations, guest profiles, coat check, telephone communications, and other guest-facing areas while maintaining the standards expected of an upscale dining and nightlife environment. This position requires exceptional communication skills, strong attention to detail, professional presentation, discretion, organization, and the ability to remain composed and hospitable in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Essential Responsibilities You are responsible for the following duties, including but not limited to: Guest Reception & Hospitality • Warmly acknowledge, welcome, and engage every guest entering the restaurant., • Provide a gracious and professional farewell to guests departing the venue., • Maintain awareness of the entrance, lobby, waiting areas, and overall guest flow at all times., • Follow the 15-10-5 hospitality rule consistently:, • At approximately 15 feet, acknowledge the guest and establish awareness., • At approximately 10 feet, make eye contact, smile, and prepare to engage., • At approximately 5 feet, provide a verbal greeting, welcome, or appropriate hospitality interaction., • Anticipate guest needs and proactively offer assistance rather than waiting to be approached., • Maintain a calm, confident, and welcoming demeanor during high-volume periods, delays, special events, and challenging guest interactions., • Develop familiarity with regular guests, VIPs, special occasions, and returning clientele while maintaining appropriate discretion and confidentiality. Reservations & Guest Profiles • Accurately manage reservations, waitlists, seating information, and guest notes through the restaurant's reservation platform., • Create and maintain detailed guest profiles to support personalized service and future visits., • Record relevant guest preferences, seating requests, allergies, special occasions, VIP information, and service notes accurately and professionally., • Ensure guest information is kept current and useful for management and service teams., • Review upcoming reservations and guest notes before service to identify VIPs, special occasions, large parties, and other service considerations., • Communicate reservation changes, cancellations, late arrivals, special requests, and other important information to management., • Previous Resy experience is strongly preferred. Telephone & Guest Communications • Answer restaurant telephone calls promptly, professionally, and with appropriate hospitality., • Assist guests with reservations, directions, hours of operation, general restaurant information, and other appropriate inquiries., • Accurately document messages and ensure important communications are delivered promptly to the appropriate manager or department., • Maintain professional tone, language, and etiquette during all telephone and guest communications. Coat Check & Guest Areas • Operate and maintain the restaurant's coat check with accuracy, organization, security, and professionalism., • Properly tag, store, retrieve, and return guest belongings., • Maintain organization and cleanliness of the coat check area throughout service., • Monitor guest-facing restroom areas and communicate cleanliness, maintenance, supply, or service issues immediately to the appropriate team member or manager., • Maintain awareness of entrance and guest waiting areas and ensure they remain clean, organized, and presentation-ready. Delivery & Third-Party Order Support • Assist with restaurant delivery and third-party delivery systems as assigned., • Professionally greet and communicate with delivery drivers and couriers., • Confirm orders and deliveries with drivers before items leave the restaurant when required., • Help ensure orders are released to the correct driver and that appropriate confirmation procedures are followed., • Communicate delays, missing orders, incorrect pickups, or other delivery issues promptly to management or the appropriate team. Professional Presentation & Venue Standards • Maintain a polished, sophisticated, and fashion-forward professional appearance appropriate for an upscale restaurant and nightlife environment., • Adhere to all established uniform, grooming, hygiene, and presentation standards., • Maintain professional body language and posture while stationed at the entrance, host desk, coat check, or throughout guest-facing areas., • Avoid personal phone use, eating, leaning, congregating, or other behavior inconsistent with the professional presentation of the venue while in guest view., • Understand that the Host team contributes directly to the atmosphere and visual presentation of the restaurant while maintaining professionalism at all times. Communication & Teamwork • Maintain constant communication with management, servers, bussers, runners, bartenders, security, and other members of the service team regarding guest flow and reservations., • Communicate guest arrivals, VIPs, special occasions, seating requests, and service concerns promptly., • Assist management with controlling guest flow during peak arrival and departure periods., • Support fellow Hosts and other Front of House team members whenever necessary., • Remain flexible and assist with additional guest-service responsibilities as directed by management. Qualifications • Previous Host, Guest Relations, Reservations, or upscale hospitality experience preferred., • Experience in a high-volume, fine-dining, luxury hospitality, or nightlife environment is strongly preferred., • Resy experience is a plus., • Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills., • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail., • Comfortable working with reservation software, tablets, phones, and restaurant technology., • Ability to recognize guests and retain information regarding preferences and previous visits., • Ability to remain professional and composed while managing multiple priorities simultaneously., • Strong sense of hospitality, urgency, discretion, and situational awareness., • Must be comfortable interacting professionally with VIPs, regular clientele, and guests from diverse backgrounds., • Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and late-night service periods as required by the business. Physical & Professional Requirements • Ability to stand and remain active for extended periods during service., • Ability to move throughout the restaurant and guest areas as required., • Ability to safely handle guest coats and personal belongings., • Ability to communicate clearly in a busy restaurant and nightlife environment., • Maintain consistent professional grooming, hygiene, uniform, and presentation standards throughout the shift. Service Expectations A NORTE Host is expected to understand that hospitality begins before the guest reaches the door and continues until the guest has left the property. Every arrival should feel acknowledged. Every interaction should feel intentional. Every departure should leave the guest with a positive final impression. Hosts are expected to know who is coming, recognize who has arrived, understand relevant guest preferences, communicate that information to the team, and help create a personalized experience that encourages guests to return. The Host is not simply responsible for seating guests—the Host is responsible for managing the guest's first impression, supporting their experience throughout the visit, and delivering their final impression of NORTE.

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Open call from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. We are seeking a dedicated, professional, and hospitality-driven individual to join our team full time. The successful candidate will manage the reception area, reservations, seating, and guest flow while creating a warm and welcoming first impression. Responsibilities • Greet and welcome guests upon arrival., • Manage reservations, walk-ins, waitlists, and guest inquiries., • Coordinate seating arrangements to support smooth dining-room operations., • Maintain an organized and welcoming reception and waiting area., • Communicate effectively with servers, managers, and other front-of-house team members., • Support efficient table turnover while maintaining excellent guest service., • Monitor guest needs throughout the arrival and seating process. Requirements • Previous experience in a restaurant host or hostess role is essential., • Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills., • Strong understanding of reservations, seating arrangements, and guest management., • A professional, warm, and welcoming demeanor., • Ability to remain calm, organized, and efficient in a fast-paced environment., • Strong attention to detail and multitasking abilities., • Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented., • Availability to work weekends and holidays., • Flexible availability for a full-time schedule based on business needs. Compensation • $17 per hour plus tips If you are passionate about hospitality and enjoy creating exceptional guest experiences, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities A Host is responsible for welcoming customers to a food service environment and ensuring that they are seated and receive attentive service. Their duties include maintaining a waitlist of patrons during busy meal service, passing out menus and accepting phone calls. Skills Customer service Professionalism Multitasking ability

Overview We are seeking an energetic and friendly Front Desk Team Member to join our vibrant Taiwanese restaurant located in LIC. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a lively environment, enjoys engaging with guests, and has a passion for delivering exceptional customer service. As the first point of contact, you will create a welcoming atmosphere, ensure smooth operations at the front desk, and support our team in providing an authentic dining experience. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your hospitality skills while working in a dynamic, multicultural setting. Responsibilities • Greet guests warmly upon arrival and assist with seating arrangements to ensure a positive first impression, • Manage guests efficiently using POS systems (Toast POS), • Answer phone inquiries with professionalism and provide accurate information about the menu, reservations, and restaurant policies, • Handle reservations, waitlist management, and guest inquiries to optimize seating flow and reduce wait times, • Collaborate with kitchen and service staff to coordinate guest needs and enhance overall dining experience, • Packing takeout orders, • Assisting with simple food prep when needed Requirements • Previous experience as a host/hostess or in food service is highly preferred, • Strong communication skills with excellent phone etiquette and guest interaction abilities, • Familiarity with restaurant POS systems (Toast POS) is a plus, • Demonstrated customer service skills with a friendly, professional demeanor, • Ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail, • Fluent in English and Chinese Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering authentic Taiwanese cuisine and memorable guest experiences! We value energetic individuals who are eager to grow within the hospitality industry while providing top-tier service in a lively setting.

OCEAN PRIME is seeking a HOST to join our team! Who are We? We are Great People Delivering Genuine Hospitality. What is Your Role? To make “Raving Fans” of our Associates, Guests, Purveyors, Partners, and the Communities in which we do business. Summary: It is the responsibility of Guest Services to make raving fans of the five major groups of people we do business with by creating a positive first impression and making our guests feel welcome on the phone and in person. Guest Services controls the seating of the guests in the dining room to assure the quality of service, guest satisfaction, and maximize sales opportunities. At Cameron Mitchell Restaurants, we put our associates first and strive to continually offer great benefits and perks listed below: • Opportunities for career growth, 80% of all positions promoted from within, • Dining discounts at any of our 60+ restaurants, • Health benefits for eligible associates, • Inclusive, fun, and creative environment, • Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and closed 7 major holidays!, • Starting pay $18.00-$22.00/hour based on experience WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: • A genuine approach to hospitality, • Individuals who exemplify leadership, kindness, and positivity, • “Yes is the Answer!” Mentality, • Those who value teamwork, family, and community ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: • Reports to work on time as indicated on the work schedule. Uniform meets restaurant requirements and is maintained and cleaned. Practices positive personal hygiene and cleanliness habits during all work shifts., • Exemplifies hospitality standards. Answers guests' questions about the restaurant. Handles requests and complaints with guest satisfaction as the priority., • Cooperates with management and co-workers to assists others with duties, if needed. Communicates suggestions for improvement in a positive fashion., • Follows all national, state, and local safety, health, and sanitation guidelines as specified by the restaurant. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly., • Knows emergency procedures in the restaurants, • Performs all duties and maintains knowledge of all standards and procedures as stated in the associate handbook. Cameron Mitchell Restaurants is an Equal Opportunity Employer celebrating diversity & committed to creating an inclusive environment for all Associates.

We are hiring for a full/part-time host! Requirements: • At least 2-3 years of experience in a similar role, • Flexibility to work lunch and dinner shifts, weekends, and holidays, • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment, • Friendly, professional, and positive attitude, • Ability to remain composed under pressure, • Adaptable, organized, and quick to learn, • Ability to assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations, • Must be fluent in English Shifts Available Tuesday (4PM - 10:30PM) Thursday (4PM - 10:30PM) Friday (12PM - 4PM) Saturday (12PM - 10:30PM) Sunday (12PM - 10:30PM) • Immediate Hiring! *