Host / Hostess @ Nakato Pineville

Nakato Japanese Steakhouse in south Charlotte is interviewing candidates for an opening at Host / Hostess. We are looking for an experienced, positive-minded team player to help greet and assist our guests. Shifts typically start at 4 PM or 5 PM and end at 9 PM or 10 PM depending if an opening / closing shift and the day of the week.

Availability required: Wednesday, Friday and Sunday

How to Apply: Please forward your resume and/or work history for consideration. You can also fill out an application in person during business hours at Nakato Japanese Steakhouse, located at 8500 Pineville Matthews Rd.

Host / Hostess Responsibilities:

• Greeting guests in a welcoming manner, and putting them on a waiting list as necessary.
• Providing guests with menus and answering any initial questions.
• Seating guests at tables or in waiting areas.
• Assigning guests to tables while keeping table rotation in mind so that servers receive the right number of customers.
• Engaging with guests to ensure they're happy with food and service.
• Answering phone calls, taking reservations and answering questions.
• A knowledge of the menu.
• Providing great customer service.

Host / Hostess Requirements:

• Ability to provide top notch customer service in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive attitude and ability work well under pressure with all restaurant staff.
• Does high-quality work while unsupervised.
• Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Entering carry-out orders and packaging for customer pick up. Willing to follow instructions and ask questions for clarification if needed.
• Able to handle money accurately and operate a point-of-sale system.
• Weekend availability is required.
• Restaurant experience offering similar cuisine a plus.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you available on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday evenings?

Work Location: In person