Host / Hostess at Pistachio Foods Limited

Pistachio Foods Limited, an international Restaurant Chain is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Host / Hostess
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Floor Manager

Tasks

• Answer the phone within 3 rings
• Take reservations and engage in conversation in line with R.S.V.P. standards
• Greet arriving guests within 15 seconds of their entry, and apologize to them in case of delay
• Greet guests with their names when possible
• Ensure that the standard table layout is always respected and never overcrowd the bar with additional high chairs
• Never allow guests to cluster near the cash register or to use the reception
• Ensure that staff noise levels are always at a minimum
• Ensure that waiters are in their positions and that clustering is not permissible
• Prepare set menus based on management guidelines and communicate offers with guests
• Be responsible for R.S.V.P. Info mailing list and reply to requests and queries based on guidelines set by management
• Assist floor manager in daily checklists and duties and ensure that all SOPs are followed before each shift, on a daily basis
• Escort guests to their tables and assist them in seating by pulling out their chairs. Guests are never to be seated on a table that is not ready
• Inform guests of any specials once they are seated
• In case of heavy incoming traffic, ask the waiter of the relevant section to escort the guests to their table
• Table distribution should be spread out when reserving tables at the same time
• Always begin bookings by filling up the double height area
• Never compromise the table distribution for alliances with any member of staff
• Be knowledgeable with all offering of R.S.V.P.’s food and drinks menu
• Be able to give clear and concise directions to R.S.V.P.
• Be knowledgeable in the operating hours (see operating hours page)
• Learn and be familiar with the names of VIPs and regular guests
• Prepare the seating assignment on a daily basis and inform management of any VIP bookings
• Understand clearly any guest request or complaints that arise and pass them on to the headwaiter and floor manager when necessary

Person Specifications

• Minimum Ordinary National Diploma
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good Interpersonal skills.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years relevant experience workimg in international hotel like Radison Blu, Sunthern Sun, Protea or Fine Dining Restaurant

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: [email protected] using the job position as subject of the email

Application Deadline  15th January, 2021.