Welcome to BAR ISSI, an all-new dining and cocktail experience nestled within the Thompson Hotel Palm Springs. Designed to transport guests to a world of effortless luxury and summer-time escapism, BAR ISSI embodies the essence of a perfect vacation—whether it's sipping a cocktail at a beach bar in Sardinia, indulging in long, hazy afternoons on the Italian Riviera, or savoring a seven-course meal on a hillside in Tuscany.
Title: Host
The Host will be responsible for welcoming, greeting and seating guests in a gracious, accommodating, and professional manner, ensuring 100% guest satisfaction. Hosts are also responsible for managing reservations and providing accurate wait times for guests without reservations.
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Maintain professional appearance standards as directed in the Employee Handbook.
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Greet guests with a welcoming smile and professional manner while assisting guests to their table.
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Anticipates and accommodates the needs of guests while providing professional and exceptional service.
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Able to assign seating considering service standards, staffing levels and kitchen capacity.
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Maintain knowledge of table/seat/station numbers and proper table set ups.
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Set up host stand, review reservation book, and maintain general cleanliness and orderliness of the area throughout shift.
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Assist with incoming calls and answering questions from guests and confirming reservations.
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Responsible for making sure all menus are organized and current, taking weekly inventory of the menu paper, menu backs and desk stationery.
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Previous host/hospitality experience in high volume restaurant preferred.
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Demonstrates effective oral & written communication skills.
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Portrays a positive and professional attitude.
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Actively contributes as a team player by supporting coworkers throughout each workday.
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Food Handling Safety certification
Physical Demands and Work Environment
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Must be able to stand, walk, lift and bend for extended periods of time.
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Must be able to bend and lift up to 50 lbs.
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Role may include job duties or tasks requiring repetitive motion.
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Role may include exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.
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Must be able to work and remain focused in a fastpaced and everchanging environment.
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Ability to work a flexible schedule with varying shifts days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. The Company reserves the right to make changes in the above job description and all other duties assigned. Nothing herein shall restrict Company management’s right to assign or reassign tasks, duties, or responsibilities to this job at any time.
While this job is posted as part-time, there may be the potential for additional hours/full-time status after hiring.
Bar Issi, opening soon, invites you to a vacation-inspired escape with its fresh Coastal Italian menu. Savor vibrant small plates and bold, unexpected flavors, perfectly paired with a curated cocktail selection that elevates every moment of your dining experience.
