Harvest Restaurant Group

Operates restaurants and an off-premise catering business

Host

Dining, Bar & Counter ServicePosted on Nov 9

Part-timeDarien, CT, USA$20 - $25 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Previous full-service restaurant experience is preferred but not mandatory.
Must be upbeat, outgoing, and positive.
Must be able to assist guests and provide strong guest relations.
Ability to work positively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to stand and walk and remain focused and alert for extended periods of 6–8 hours per shift.
Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively within a team.
Ability to communicate effectively by telephone.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

Greet guests warmly and enthusiastically upon arrival.
Inform guests of their estimated wait time.
Enter guest names and information accurately into the Resy system.
Escort guests to their assigned tables.
Present menus and provide initial table introductions.
Bid farewell to guests and express appreciation for their patronage.
Address guest questions and concerns.
Perform light housekeeping, including cleaning glassware and menus.
Maintain restroom cleanliness, stock, and orderliness.
Serve as the first and last point of contact for guests, creating a positive impression.
Communicate with servers, kitchen staff, and management.

Desired Qualifications

Previous experience in a full-service restaurant.

Description

EXPECTED PAY: ~ $20-$25/HOUR (THIS NUMBER IS INCLUSIVE OF TIPS)! Day time/weekday availability is a MUST.

ROOTS OCEAN PRIME, located in Darien, is part of Harvest Restaurants. As the Director of First Impressions, you'll be the face of our restaurant, ensuring every guest receives a warm and welcoming experience. We're looking for someone with a contagious smile, a passion for hospitality, and the ability to orchestrate a seamless and delightful dining experience!

Responsibilities of Host:

Greets all guests with genuine enthusiasm and warmth upon arrival.
Informs guests of their estimated wait time.
Accurately enters guest names and information into the Resy system.
Escorts guests to their assigned tables.
Presents menus and provides initial table introductions.
Bids guests farewell as they leave, expressing appreciation for their patronage.
Addresses guest questions and concerns.
Performs light housekeeping duties, such as cleaning glassware and menus.
Ensures the cleanliness, stocking, and orderliness of restrooms.
Acts as the first and last point of contact for guests, creating a positive and lasting impression.
Communicates effectively with servers, kitchen staff, and management.

Benefits Include:

Flexible Scheduling – FULL AND PART TIME AVAILABLE

Benefits offered at 30 hours (Medical, Dental, Vision) after working 90 days

Career growth potential

Dining Discount

Major Holidays off

Paid Sick

Referral Program

Requirements

Previous experience in a full-service restaurant preferred but not mandatory.

Must be upbeat, outgoing and positive. Happy and Nice!

Must be able to assist guests and possess great guest relations skills.

Ability to work positively in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to stand/walk and stay focused and alert for extended periods of time , 6-8 hours per shift

Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively within a team.

Ability to effectively communicate on the telephone.

Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

About the Company

Harvest Restaurant Group

Operates restaurants and an off-premise catering business

Harvest Restaurant Group is a restaurant operator with dining venues in northern and central New Jersey and Darien, Connecticut. Its concepts include Roots Steakhouse, Roots Ocean Prime, Agricola, Addams Tavern, Grato and several American taverns, serving dishes such as steaks, seafood, pasta and wood-fired pizza. The restaurants combine distinct menus and settings with local, seasonal ingredients and wine and spirits selections. The group also hosts private occasions in its dining spaces and runs an off-premise catering business for events in New Jersey, New York and eastern Pennsylvania. Harvest began in 1996 with the opening of Trap Rock Restaurant & Brewery in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Not listed
Founded: 1996

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