What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front of House, FT position at West 10 LLC?
Growing private Family Office is looking for talented professionals to be a part of a dynamic team. The family office prides itself on professionalism, kindness, integrity, and a high level of confidentiality, with the goal to deliver best in class service while providing a positive working experience for its staff.
JOB SUMMARY
The Front of House position will provide exceptional and anticipatory service in hospitality by collaborating with the culinary department to create a memorable and exceptional guest experience.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES:
Stocking & Inventory Management
- Take full responsibility for stocking homes with groceries, ensuring all items align with family preferences and dietary needs.
- Manage kitchen inventory, including dishes, glasses, linens, and other essential items, keeping them organized and well-maintained.
- Monitor stock levels and coordinate replenishments in a timely manner.
- Ensure kitchen and dining spaces are always fully equipped and guest-ready.
Dining & Service Preparation
- Set and arrange tables daily with attention to detail and aesthetic presentation.
- Collaborate with the chef team to ensure smooth meal service and dining experiences.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in dining areas, ensuring an elegant and welcoming atmosphere.
- Support any special requests for dining setups, including formal and informal meals.
Travel & On-Site Support
- Travel with the family between the mainland and Kauai, ensuring consistency in service across locations.
- Adapt to different household setups, seamlessly managing kitchen and dining operations in various environments.
- Work closely with the chef team to align on meal planning, service flow, and any changing needs.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Prior experience in hospitality, private service, or a similar front-of-house role preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with a proactive approach to inventory management.
- Attention to detail and an eye for table settings, presentation, and service.
- Ability to travel frequently and adjust to different locations and schedules.
- Professional demeanor, discretion, and the ability to work in a high-end private household setting.
Skills & Work Requirements:
- Prior experience in hospitality, private service, or a similar front-of-house role preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with a proactive approach to inventory management.
- Attention to detail and an eye for table settings, presentation, and service.
- Ability to travel frequently and adjust to different locations and schedules.
- Professional demeanor, discretion, and the ability to work in a high-end private household setting.
- Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food & beverage field, including, but not limited to, food safety protocols, food handling compliance/certifications, budgeting, inventory management, maintenance of equipment, staffing, etc.
- Experience in the development and implementation of procurement strategies and inventory systems.
- Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, co-workers, vendors, etc.
- Must have an active CA driver's license
- Proficient with Google Workspace
- Ability to travel 50-75% of the time, without restrictions
Physical Demands & Working Conditions:
- Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Standing up and moving about the kitchen
- Handling food, objects, products, and utensils
- Bending, stooping, kneeling
- May be required to work weekends, and/or Holidays
Competencies:
- Communication: Communicates clearly and concisely, both written and verbal. Able to communicate insights and understanding of issues or problems in a skillful way. Communicates important information to coworkers, supervisors, and managers
- Trustworthiness and integrity, always acting in the best interests of the owner
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting
- Critical Thinking: Asks the right questions to obtain the information needed to size up a situation properly. Anticipates and responds quickly to problems. Finds ways to get projects accomplished efficiently. Positively impacts the team by managing time effectively
- Dependable
- Attention to detail: The ability to listen to, and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
- Takes initiative
- Works well under time constraints
- Proactive: Goes above and beyond what needs to be done. Has the confidence to initiate action independently; addresses unexpected problems or opportunities without prompting
- Team Player: Connects with coworkers, leaders, and external vendors in an effective manner. Considers how his/her actions affect other groups or team members. Models a spirit of cooperation with other members of the work group. Works effectively and cooperatively across groups
The private Family Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all employees as well as providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the various locations where we operate. We encourage applicants from all ages and backgrounds.
Salary : $43 - $48
