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A new Italian steakhouse in midtown looking for experienced waiter, bartender. Full time job
Hosts and hostesses are responsible for greeting your customers as they come into your restaurant. They take the customers’ reservation and put them on the restaurant waiting list as needed. The hostess also gives guests their menus and shows them to their seat. Some hosts and hostesses also handle phone calls and customer questions about the restaurant and menu. They can also be called on to assist various restaurant staff as needed.
Full job description BILINGUAL SPANISH(Preferred) Answer the phone with a smile. Engage guests in friendly conversation. Manage restaurant waitlist during high volume. Sincerely thank guests as they leave and invite them to return. Ability to work positively in a fast-paced environment. Able to work quickly and stand for extended periods of time Must possess great guest relations. Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must be fluent in Spanish Be a team player. Ability to take telephone orders for take out in an accurate manner.
Location - Midtown NYC Who we are: CUCINA 8 ½ is an upscale Italian restaurant in the heart of Midtown NYC. It's an impeccable destination ideal for unforgettable events, offering a choice of plush, private rooms. We offer a wide range of enticing Italian specialties, custom-designed menus artfully which complement the glamorous setting. You will be working with one of the most dynamic teams in the industry! We are looking for an outgoing, spirited host- as they are the first point of contact guests make. The Role: The Host must have the ability to effortlessly multi-task, possess great communication skills, and strives to learn more about dining and hospitality. The Host will need to: Have 5+ years experience Maintain knowledge of reservations, dietary restrictions, and guest requests Greets guests and maintains welcoming atmosphere at the entrance Recognizes and welcomes regulars Anticipates guest needs and respond promptly Accommodates all requests for information courteously and professionally Organizes and maintains secure storage of guest items (coat check) Returns guest items according to established policies and procedures Responds to guest complaints with professionalism and urgency Performs other duties as assigned by management Works well in a team environment OpenTable experience a plus
Who We are: We are a large Italian restaurant in the heart of NYC, featuring a restaurant, bar and lounge, dining room and banquet space. We seek a talented service-centric fine dining room assistant manager with a deep sense of hospitality and style. The ideal candidate has table-side service knowledge, wine and beverage expertise, and is experienced in coaching and training a wonderful young team of potential super performers. Must have New York City restaurant experience. The Assistant Manager Role: Provide supervision for Front of House (FOH) Staff: Maintain a presence on the floor for all shifts worked Monitor host stand to ensure tables are seated in a timely fashion Keep eyes on all tables to ensure quality service at all times, Assist with any tasks as needed to ensure dining room runs efficiently Interview new FOH staff Assist with regular staff training sessions for Food, Beverage & Safety Assist GM with planning monthly staff meetings Monitor host stand to ensure tables are seated in a timely fashion Touch all tables to ensure quality service at all times, assisting with anything needed What you bring to the role: Minimum (8) years of NYC restaurant experience - United States experience only Experience working with a POS system Ability to handle face-paced setting and high volume environment Ability to prioritize and handle pressure during the busiest hours Self-motivated, highly organized, and has the ability to follow directions and execute the task with sense of urgency Has great engaging personality, team player, multi-tasker Has strong communication skills towards the guests and co-workers Organized and detail-oriented Can identify and greet regulars and VIPs Has the ability to handle cash, credit cards and a cash register Growing organization. $70-80,000k salary
Location - Midtown NYC Who we are: CUCINA 8 ½ is an upscale Italian restaurant in the heart of Midtown NYC. It's an impeccable destination ideal for unforgettable events, offering a choice of plush, private rooms. We offer a wide range of enticing Italian specialties, custom-designed menus artfully which complement the glamorous setting. You will be working with one of the most dynamic teams in the industry! The Server at Cucina 8 ½ : The server brings an excellent knowledge of food and beverages, and constantly delivers excellence and hospitality. The server will: Have 7+ years experience serving in fine dining environment in NYC Demonstrate strong food, wine, and spirits knowledge and eagerness to learn Exhibit a warm, positive, and professional demeanor towards guests and colleagues alike Assume 100% responsibility for quality guests’ experience Be very familiar with all Cucina’s food and beverage items Monitor guests drinks and anticipates guests needs Any other duties as assigned. What you bring to the role: Commitment to customer service Excellent communication skills Strong knowledge of food and beverage Ability to successfully work in a fast-paced environment Ability to maintain composure in a potentially stressful environment At least 18 years old (to serve alcohol) Schedule: Day shift Every weekend Holidays Monday to Friday Night shift Weekend availability $16/hour plus tips ($5/hour tip credit)
Benefits Pulled from the full job description Disability insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Vision insurance Full job description JOIN A WINNING TEAM! HOST This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest’s experience the moment they walk through our doors! We offer structured programs for growth and career advancement and consider our employees to be our greatest asset. What we offer you: Unparalleled training and development programs Generous employee discounts on dining, retail, amusements and hotels Flexible schedules Multiple health benefit plans to suit your needs Dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability Paid sick leave Opportunities for advancement Community volunteer opportunities through Landry’s League Positive and respectful work environment where diversity is valued Pay rate: $17 - $22 per hour Apply now if you: Aspire to our “Be FAIR” ideals: Be Friendly, Accommodating, Inclusive and Respectful Are a Team Player with a guest first attitude Have prior fine dining Host/Hostess experience (preferred) Have a passion for great food and great fun Are comfortable working in fast-paced environment