Restaurant Host/Hostess

Work setting

• Restaurant

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Balance and deposit cash
• Inspect dining rooms and other food and beverage serving areas
• Deposit cash and maintain daily log books
• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Answer customers' questions regarding menu items and preparation methods
• Greet customers
• Perform opening and closing activities
• Receive payments from customers

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Team player