Restaurant Host - Portico

Job Description

Job Description

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Canopy by Hilton, a contemporary boutique hotel located in downtown Grand Rapids, is on the lookout for a host / hostess to enhance guest service and restaurant operations at Portico - the hotel's lively and chic café and restaurant! If you have strong time management skills, a keen eye for detail, and a dedication to creating positive guest experiences, we would love to hear from you!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Welcome guests and ascertain their dining needs.
• Seat guests and manage the seating chart.
• Receive incoming calls and provide information in a polite and professional manner.
• Monitor restaurant activity to determine seating and dining flow.
• Assist servers with table clearing, cleaning, and setting
• Assist fellow team members and other departments wherever necessary
• Perform opening and closing duties, as needed.
• Completes side work to include polishing / rolling silverware, stocking condiments and glasses, sweeping and cleaning as directed by supervisor. Practices “clean as you go” method, and sanitation standards.
• Ensure knowledge of menu and all food products.
• Follow proper cashiering functions by completing / closing guest checks and submitting information into POS system.

OTHER DUTIES :

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

COMPETENCIES :

REQUIRED / PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

BENEFITS WE OFFER

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Satisfactory criminal background screening required - Valid driver’s license and safe driving record may be required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand for entire shift, balance, reach, push, pull, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, see, smell, taste and perform repetitive motions that require manual dexterity.

This position requires the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force and lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally. The employee is required to have visual acuity to operate machinery and tools, determine accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of food and make general observations of facilities. This position is primarily indoors and may subject the employee to high or cold temperatures from machinery and moderate noise level.

EEO STATEMENT

In accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws, Lodgco is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment. This policy requires that all decisions involving hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and all other personnel practices and terms or conditions of employment will be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic under state, federal, or local law. Lodgco also prohibits retaliation against any employee because the employee has engaged in an activity that is protected under state, federal, or local law.

WHO WE ARE

At Lodgco, we believe that hospitality success is driven by unwavering dedication, a vibrant workplace culture, and impactful narratives. We believe in investing in our team’s development to deliver a superior customer experience and achieve success together. For three decades, Lodgco Hospitality has set the standard for hospitality success. We are committed to revenue growth and maximizing the value of the assets we manage while fostering a supportive environment for our employees. Join us in elevating hotel operations and maximizing profitability.

To learn more about our growing company, please visit www.lodgco.net