Host - Avenue

Overview

Avenue is a modern answer to a blend of the Parisian brasserie & the luxurious beaches of St. Tropez, located on the private beach of Long Branch.

• Answers the phones and taking messages/reservations.
• Maintains an accurate wait when necessary.
• Welcomes guests when they arrive to the venue and bids goodbye as they leave to create a lasting positive experience.
• Greet guests in a friendly and upbeat manner and smile to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Communicates effectively with all guests.
• Communicates problems to management immediately.
• Coordinates seating arrangements to provide fast and courteous service to guests.
• Occasionally bussing of tables when needed to expedite efficient seating of waiting guests.
• Anticipates needs of scheduled special parties.

• At least one year of experience with customer service and/or hosting.
• Must speak fluent English; other languages are preferred.
• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with others; demonstrated ability to interact with guests, employees and third parties that reflects positively on the venue, the brand and the Company.
• Reading and writing abilities are frequently utilized, often when recording and reviewing reservations and the table assignment system.
• Must be able to read, review and understand seating charts.
• Basic mathematical skills are used frequently.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

• Strong attention to detail.
• Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Handling objects (including food and utensils), products, speaking over and operating phones.
• Standing, bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Must be able to stay in one location at either the entrance or exit of the venue for long periods and safely/efficiently move about the entire facility.

$17-$20 per hour