Villa Hostess

Job Description

• Maintain complete knowledge of:
• -Dining room layout, table/seat/section numbers, proper table setups, restaurant capacity, hours of operation, price range and dress code
• - Restaurant reservation procedures
• - Daily house count, arrivals, departures, VIP’s
• - Scheduled in-house group activities, locations and times
• - All department policies / service procedures
• Answer telephone within 3 rings, using correct salutations and telephone etiquette.
• Take record and confirm restaurant reservations / cancellations in accordance with departmental standards.
• Communicate reservation /cancellation changes to management as they arise throughout the shift.
• Monitor the preparation of own assignments, ensuring compliance to departmental standards.
• Review the Reservation book, pre-assign designated tables and follow up on all special requests.
• Anticipate heavy business times and organize procedures to handle waiting lines.
• Anticipate guests needs, respond to them promptly and acknowledge guest, however busy and whatever time of the day.
• Maintain positive guest relations at all times.
• Be familiar with hotel services / activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately.
• Handle guest complaints following instant pacification procedures and insuring guest satisfaction.
• Monitor guests’ reactions and confer frequently with management to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Monitor and participate to ensure that all tables are cleared and reset according to the department procedures.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness and working conditions of own section equipment and supplies.
• Assist restaurant staff with their job functions to ensure optimum service to guest: when requested.
• Promote a cooperative working climate, maximizing productivity and quality.
• Do table visits systematically at each meal period to ensure guest satisfaction.
• To assist the Supervisor to ensure proper cashiering procedures are followed and accurately balanced.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in vocational hospitality
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively and collaboratively as part of a team
• 1 year or more experience in a 5 star hotel
• Confidently can communicate in English and Russian. Additional language is a plus