FULL Time Host at Farm to Table Restaurant

DERU Market is a chef owned, farm to table neighborhood restaurant in Kirkland and passionate about good food and good hospitality! We are seeking highly energetic and confident hosts ensure a fast-paced and successful service while skillfully managing our high volume online waitlist at DERU. As a fast casual restaurant, the ideal host at DERU loves the challenge of balancing a wait of 1-2hrs for dine in, multi-tasking with phones / to-go orders and providing excellent and positive communication to our guests and our team! We are seeking individuals who can start work in May / June of 2025 with the intention of being on our team for at least one full calendar year.

We will be starting off this hiring with a phone interview week where you will have the opportunity to speak with one of our restaurant managers - Monday, April 28th through Friday, May 1st!

**THIS IS NOT A SEASONAL SUMMER POSITION - IF SEEKING A SUMMER JOB, PLEASE APPLY ON OUR SEASONAL SUMMER EMPLOYMENT**

Position: Full-Time Host

This position must have at least 1 to 2 years of quality, fast-paced host experience at a full-service restaurant. Previous leadership experience is not required but a plus!

Pay: $22 - $24 Per Hour

-This average rate includes an hourly base rate of $16.66 plus expected hourly tips, the training period for this host position is on average three to four weeks. DERU divides tips equally between the front of house and kitchen team.

Weekly Schedule: Hourly, Full Time. Weekends a Must.

-As a full-time host, you will be working around 30-35hrs a week and must be available to work the weekends.

THE ROLE - PERFORMANCE EXPECTATION / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Outgoing, positive and high energy individual who loves working with people and eager to take the next steps in their leadership journey

• Confidently, calmly and professionally manages our waitlist and guest communication at the host stand to ensure quick table turns and high guest satisfaction

• Thorough understanding of the ingredients in our products and can confidently explain and sell the food and beverage menu

• Actively participates in FOH classes / training and trains new employees according with DERU's Training System

• Participates in pre-shift staff meetings and conducts post shift check outs with dining room / host team

• Quickly anticipates every guests needs to ensure a positive and caring experience at DERU

• Positively responds to feedback and shows eagerness to learn and grow as a teammate

DESIRED PERSONAL TRAITS

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with their team, guests and leadership

• Comfortable working in a very fast-paced and multi-faceted environment 

• Exudes contagious high energy, enthusiasm and stamina during shift

• Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time with ease

• Work on your feet & lift heavy loads (25lb )

THE BENEFITS

• Health benefits for full-time team members 

• 50% employee food discount  

• Paid sick leave

WHAT IS DERU'S HIRING PROCESS:

• You will receive an automated email and text when your application is submitted, confirming that it has been received. Our restaurant manager will reach out to schedule a phone call if we are interested in learning more about you for this position! After the phone call, the next step in the hiring process would be to come in for an in person interview at DERU!

DERU Market & Catering is neighborhood eatery and boutique catering company passionate about local food, scratch cookery and generous hospitality. Founded in 2010, we love food, farms and people! We cook seasonally and love creating meaningful experience for our guests!

Salary : $22 - $24