Host - TAO Restaurant

Job Title: Host – TAO Downtown Restaurant New York
Tao Group Hospitality

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match
• Life and Disability Insurance Plans
• Ancillary Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fertility & Family Forming Support and Resources
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• TAO Savings Marketplace
• Time off and much more

• Anticipate and accommodate the needs of the guest.
• Maintain the general cleanliness and orderliness of the entrance area.
• Comply with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.
• Actively take and process reservations for guests.
• Assist with incoming calls and answer questions from guests.
• Check guests' coats and other belongings (where applicable).
• Assist with setting up front desk area, performing side‑work and other opening/closing procedures as directed by management.
• Ensure all appropriate menus are printed and ready for service.
• Make sure all menu books are organized with current menus.
• Collect menus throughout the venue during the shift.
• Perform opening side‑work as prescribed.
• Perform closing side‑work as prescribed.
• Report all breakage and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management.
• Attend and participate in daily pre‑service meetings.
• Participate in any training sessions or departmental meetings.
• Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example.
• Portray a positive and professional attitude.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.
• Work as part of a team and provide help and support to all fellow team members.
• Assist and/or complete additional tasks as assigned.

• Tao Group Hospitality in‑venue host person training

• Previous hospitality experience.
• Previous host person experience.
• Experience in a high‑volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge.

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Ability to write and verbally communicate.
• Must have good positive energy throughout the day.
• Must be able to print legibly for team members, management, and guests to read.
• Must be able to kneel, bend, sit, and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to move quickly.
• Must be able to push and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume.
• May work extended hours, irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required.
• Exposure to cleaning materials.
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well‑groomed appearance adhering to Company standards.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to handle a fast‑paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment.
• Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.
• Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment.
• Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co‑workers in a professional, courteous manner.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Other

Industries: Restaurants