What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hostess/Host position at Kona Grill?
Join the Global Leader in Vibe Dining!
Why Join Our Team?
- Comprehensive
Benefits Package
Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Insurance
and Roth 401(k) Plan
Perks & Growth Opportunities
Dining Discounts and / or Complimentary Onsite Meals
Development & Limitless Growth Opportunities
you reside in Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts,
Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington,
D.C., you are entitled to Paid Sick Time in accordance with state and
local regulations.
Assistance Program (EAP)
and Dependent Care Benefits
What You’ll Do
As a Host / Hostess, you will be the first and last impression
for our guests, ensuring they feel welcome from the moment they arrive until
they leave. Your mission is to manage reservations, coordinate seating, and
enhance the guest experience while maintaining a smooth front-of-house flow.
Key Responsibilities
greet and welcome guests upon arrival, ensuring a positive first
impression
OpenTable reservations and coordinate seating to optimize service flow
guests with special seating requests whenever possible
table availability and wait times to guests in a professional manner
menus and introduce guests to their server upon seating
a clean and organized host stand and menu area
incoming phone calls, provide information, and handle reservation
inquiries
with concierge outreach and brand representation at off-site events
the dining area, update the Maître D / Lead Host on table status, and help
coordinate seating rotation
guests as they leave and invite them to return for another unforgettable
experience
fellow team members with bussing tables, running food, or supporting
service as needed
to health and sanitation regulations and uphold THE ONE GROUP’s high
hospitality standards
represent THE ONE GROUP professionally, this includes maintaining an
elevated appearance and being comfortable in heels (if applicable)
duties as assigned by management
What We’re Looking For
and engaging personality with a passion for hospitality
multi-tasking and organizational skills in a fast-paced setting
to stand for long periods of time and lift trays when needed
with OpenTable or similar reservation systems preferred
to work nights, weekends, and holidays
host or hospitality experience in a high-volume restaurant preferred
Why THE ONE GROUP is Your Next Career Move
This is more than a job—it’s a career opportunity with
limitless potential in an expanding global brand. If you’re ready to take the
next step in your hospitality career, apply today and join us in delivering an
unmatched dining experience!
