Host - TAO Restaurant Los Angeles

Tao Group Hospitality

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Assists with setting up front desk area, performs side-work and other opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including: Ensures that all appropriate menus are printed and ready for service. Interacts with the restaurant guests, fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite, courteous, and hospitable manner to ensure gracious hospitality.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLos Angeles, CA

    Description

    Part-time team members who meet the requirements are eligible for:

    • State Applicable Time Off
    • Pet Insurance
    • 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • TAO Savings Marketplace
    • Employee Discounts and much more!

    Guides guests to appropriate table as directed by the maître d'. Interacts with the restaurant guests, fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite, courteous, and hospitable manner to ensure gracious hospitality.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

    • Anticipates and accommodates the needs of the guest.

    • Maintains the general cleanliness and orderliness of the entrance area.

    • Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.

    • Actively takes and processes reservations for guests.

    • Assists with incoming calls and answering questions from guests.

    • Responsible for checking guests' coats and other belongings (where applicable).

    • Assists with setting up front desk area, performs side-work and other opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including:

    • Ensures that all appropriate menus are printed and ready for service.

    • Responsible for making sure all menu books are organized with current menus.

    • Collects menus throughout the venue during shift.

    • Performs opening side-work as prescribed.

    • Performs closing side-work as prescribed.

    • Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management.

    • Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings.

    • Participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings.

    • Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example.

    • Portrays a positive and professional attitude.

    • Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.

    • Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.

    • Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned

    TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

    • Tao Group Hospitality in-venue host person training

    EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

    • Previous hospitality experience.

    • Previous host person experience.

    • Experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge.

    SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

    The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

    • Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate

    • Must have good positive energy throughout the day

    • Must be able to print legibly for Team Members, management, and guests to read

    • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

    • Must be able to move quickly

    • Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance

    • Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume

    • May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required

    • Exposure to cleaning materials

    • May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required

    • Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment

    • Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards

    • Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner

    • Ability to maintain confidentiality

    • Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment

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