What are the responsibilities and job description for the Host/Take Out Associates - Chicago position at LSF CHICAGO LLC?
The Host/Take Out Associate is responsible for greeting and seating guests in a friendly and personalized manner upon arrival into the restaurant. This person must maintain attentive and courteous communication with guests and answer the phone and all questions in a polite manner. This position handles take-out for our guests; ensures all take-out guidelines, specifications, quality, and service standards are met. The Host presence at the front desk is required at all times to extend an appropriate welcome, farewell, and a sincere invitation for our guests return.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Greet guests in a warm and friendly manner as they arrive at the restaurant.
Seat guests efficiently, manage seating chart, and ensure optimal flow of diners.
Provide accurate wait times and monitor waiting list.
Manage reservations using OpenTable.
Answer incoming calls and respond to guest inquiries courteously.
Receive, process, and manage takeout and delivery orders.
Assemble and package orders paying attention to packaging techniques to avoid spills, leaks, or damage during transportation.
Process payments for takeout orders, including cash, credit/debit, and digital payment methods.
Ensure accurate cash handling and proper reconciliation of sales at the end of each shift.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.
High school diploma or equivalent
Previous work experience as a Host is preferred.
Working knowledge of OpenTable and Point of Sale is preferred
Basic computer skills
Ability to handle cash and paperwork accurately.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Must be able to perform under pressure in a high-volume restaurant setting.
Must be able to handle guest incidents/complaints.
Legal Sea Foods participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an online system that allows businesses to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. All new hires will be required to complete Form I-9 and successfully participate in the E-Verify process.