Lead Host

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Join the Sushi Roku Team – Now Hiring a Lead Host!

Are you ready to be part of something truly exciting? Sushi Roku Palo Alto is looking for enthusiastic, hard-working Lead Host to join our dynamic team!

Sushi Roku is revolutionizing the Japanese dining experience. As part of the renowned Innovative Dining Group, which includes hot spots like BOA Steakhouse and Katana, Sushi Roku blends inventive sushi creations, bold fusion dishes, a lively atmosphere, and an expertly crafted cocktail menu.

We’ve quickly become the go-to destination for food lovers, trendsetters, and tastemakers from LA, Orange County, Las Vegas, Austin, and beyond. If you're passionate about hospitality and want to be part of a high-energy team in one of Southern California’s most sought-after dining spots, we want you on board!

What You’ll Do :

A Lead Host, is primarily focus on ensuring that guests have a positive experience as soon as they walk through the door. Responsibilities include managing the day-to-day reservations, answering the phone, making reservations, greeting and seating guests, and answering questions about menu items and other general inquiries. Other specific hosting duties may include assisting management with administrative tasks and setting tables for guests.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Manage the reservation book
• Warmly and graciously greet all guests upon arrival and explain our restaurant concept
• Seat parties based on guest preferences and balance customer flow in server sections
• Upon seating, offer guests a menu and inform them of their server’s name
• When immediate seating is limited, record guest names and the number of people in the party
• Provide guests with estimated waiting time and always maintain a professional, courteous attitude when confronted with hostile, impatient or irate guests
• Accommodate special seating requests for guests whenever possible
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the host stand
• Inspect table for proper presentation and completeness
• Clean menus of food and stains
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure a smooth and an efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the Restaurant Manager or immediate supervisor
• Create a welcoming environment for guests by greeting them, thanking them, and saying “good-bye”
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills and the ability to remain calm and composed under pressure
• Embody and deliver on exceptional service and hospitality

Requirements :

What we are looking for :

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We encourage everyone to respond.