What are the responsibilities and job description for the Host/ Maître D' position at Happy Monkey by Jean-Georges?
FOOD AMIGOS Two of life’s most important ingredients. Adventurous and ever changing, Happy Monkey is a fun-loving Latin restaurant from world-renowned Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. Happy Monkey embraces fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a distinctly Latin approach to dining socially. A place to meet, eat and drink any night of the week.
Situated in vibrant Greenwich, Happy Monkey is the Vongerichten's first restaurant in Connecticut. Guests can expect to find the Chef’s legendary approach to cuisine and outstanding service–all set within a convivial, contemporary atmosphere that offers something decidedly new. Whether you’re sharing a few plates at our communal table, or enjoying a warm treat at our buzzing bar, you’ll be dining in a setting that puts friends first. And we can't wait to meet you.
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Happy Monkey is a dynamic restaurant located in Greenwich, Connecticut. Jean-Georges’ culinary vision has redefined industry standards and revolutionized the way we eat. Jean-Georges has developed several concepts in collaboration with a number of partners, all of whom share his desire to be the purveyor of tasteful, elegant and sophisticated experiences.
Happy Monkey has partnered with Michelin starred chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten to create a freestanding independent restaurant and is seeking a HOST.
If you are passionate about hospitality and want to be part of a great team with amazing potential for growth, this is your perfect opportunity to take your career to the next level!
About the Role:
Job Description/Position Title: Lead Host
Reports to: General Manager
Salary: Competitive pay and benefits
RESY or OpenTable experience is REQUIRED***
MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS
If you are passionate about hospitality and want to be part of a great team with amazing potential for growth, this is your perfect opportunity to take your career to the next level!
The Host is responsible for coordinating and managing all reservations, dining room and banquet seating, guest assistance, guest needs and the flow of guests in and out of the restaurant.
Responsibilities (these are not all-inclusive):
Organize greeting, seating and exiting of all guests using a professional demeanor.
Organize all reservations and guests using the most effective guest and restaurant conscious procedures.
Professionally and effectively communicate with guests to ensure guest satisfaction.
Maintain guest relationships to promote repeat business.
Implement quick and efficient decisions based on guest and/or restaurant needs.
Provide the highest quality service to guests at all times.
Awareness of all guests’ needs, reservation needs and restaurant needs at all times.
Create and maintain a database with local concierges.
Utilizing Resy/Open Table to the best of its capacities.
Maintain integrity of service.
Behavior/Skills:
Displays a pleasant and cheerful disposition.
Able to communicate professionally and effectively with both guests and staff.
Must have basic math skills and be capable of operating department specific software and applications.
Available to work late nights, holidays and long shift if necessary.
Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
Happy Monkey is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. Additionally, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Happy Monkey is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
Please note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. This position may be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the restaurant.
We look forward to meeting you!
Working at Happy Monkey by Jean-Georges
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