Restaurant Host

About the role

The Restaurant Host is the first person guests meet upon entering the restaurant at 21c Museum Hotel Durham, a boutique hotel combining a contemporary art museum, hotel and chef-driven restaurant. The host greets arriving guests, welcomes them and seats them, giving guests their first impression of the restaurant. The position reports to the Dining Room Manager and General Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Greet arriving guests, welcome them and seat them, whether at the door or on the phone.
• Maintain a positive, friendly attitude with co-workers and guests at all times.
• Know at least three appetizers, three entrees and three desserts and be able to explain them to guests or callers.
• Report to work on time and be ready for scheduled shifts.
• Keep the restaurant service area clean and orderly.
• Fill in for multiple positions as needed.
• Deliver a prompt, accurate report of all income received during each shift.

Required profile

• High school or equivalent education.
• Able to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Responsible, dependable, punctual and adaptable; calm under pressure.
• Clean and professional appearance.
• Must pass a background check.

Required skills

• English spoken, read and understood.
• Basic math skills.
• Experience with Open Table preferred.