Host

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a warm, welcoming hospitality professional looking for a positive and fast paced work environment? Do you want highly competitive pay and benefits, a steady schedule, and an uncommonly good work / life balance? Are you looking for a workplace where you can grow and thrive? Then a Host / Hostess role at our Michelin-acclaimed restaurant, Cull & Pistol Oyster Bar, is a great opportunity for you.

About Us

Cull & Pistol Oyster Bar is the full-service restaurant attached to Lobster Place Seafood Hall, Chelsea Market’s most visited food destination.

We’re proud to be NYC’s best oyster bar, welcoming both neighborhood regulars and visitors from around the world.

We’ve been taking care of our guests and each other since 1974 – and we’re proud of a culture that emphasizes both excellence and compassion.

About You

You are passionate about hospitality and take pride in your friendliness and warmth.

You want to work in a restaurant environment where you look out for your co-workers, and they look out for you.

You want to balance your personal life with a good-paying job with great benefits and a positive workplace.

Duties & Responsibilities :   (including but not limited to)

Sets the tone of the guest experience with warmth and hospitality.

Greets and seats guests.

Confirms reservations in the Resy system.

Anticipates and accommodates guest needs.

Supports Front of House and Back of House teams during service as needed.

Manages wait lists and table turns through the Resy system.

Maintains the general cleanliness and orderliness of the entrance area.

Performs side-work as directed.

Other duties as assigned to support hospitality and operations

Qualifications :

Previous host experience (1+ years’) in a high-volume full-service restaurant.

Knowledge of Resy or similar reservation platform.

Ability to effectively communicate with guests and answer any questions about Cull & Pistol, Lobster Place, and their food and beverage selections.

Warm and welcoming demeanor.

Ability to remain professional and calm under pressure.

Able to manage multiple priorities in a busy restaurant environment.

Exceptional time management and communication skills.

Must be able to stand and / or walk for extended periods of time.

Evening & Weekend availability is a must.

Pay & Benefits :

Hourly Rate : $16.50 / hour (plus $10-$15 / hour in tips!)

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, insurance benefits

Paid breaks

Company paid life insurance.

401k plan w / company match

In addition to Paid Sick Leave, Lobster Place provides generous paid time off depending on position and tenure.

Employee Discounts

Commuter benefits

Referral Program - $600 Bonus if you refer a successful hire.

Employee Assistance Program to help promote well-being and enhance quality of life for you and your family.

Working conditions

This job operates in a professional restaurant environment. This role routinely requires the use of computers and other electronic devices. The host station is small, and traffic is high. The workspace is on 2 levels and the ability to use stairs is required. This is an FLSA non-exempt hourly position on the restaurant floor.

Essential Functions

Prolonged periods of standing, walking, kneeling, bending and movement throughout the space.

Expression / exchange of ideas both verbally and through non-verbal means.

Must be able to obtain impressions through the eyes.

Manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination.

Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying loads of up to 15 lbs.

Tolerance of heat, cold, and loud / noisy environments.

LP Hospitality Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and building a workplace that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All employment is determined based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.