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Greeting Guests
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Warmly welcome guests as they enter the restaurant
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Provide a friendly and positive first impression by smiling and making eye contact
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Assist guests with directing them to the waiting area
Reservation Management
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Receive and manage reservations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to the reservation book or electronic system
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Confirm reservations in advance and communicate any special requests or accommodations to relevant staff members
Seating Guests
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Strategically seat guests to optimize table turnover and maintain a smooth flow in the dining area
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Consider Lobby Layout, special requests, and the size of the party when assigning tables
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Communicate effectively with Lobby to ensure they are aware of new arrivals
Waitlist Management
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Maintain an organized waitlist, keeping track of parties and their respective wait times
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Provide accurate wait time estimates to guests and keep them informed of any delays
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Manage the transition from the waiting area to the dining area efficiently
Customer Communication
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Clearly communicate with guests about wait times, specials, promotions, and any delays in service
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Handle guest inquiries, concerns, or complaints professionally and escalate issues to management if necessary
Menu Familiarity
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Be knowledgeable about the restaurant's menu,
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Answer basic menu-related questions and guide guests in making informed choices
Adaptability
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Be flexible and adaptable to handle unexpected situations, such as accommodating large walk-in groups, handling VIPs, or managing last-minute changes in reservations.
Technology Utilization
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Efficiently using reservation systems, point-of-sale (POS) systems to manage the reservation.
Team Collaboration
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Work collaboratively with Lobby, kitchen staff, and management to ensure a smooth transition from seating to dining
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Communicate effectively with other team members to coordinate service and address any issues that may arise
Maintaining Order at the Host Stand
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Keep the host stand area organized and tidy
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Ensure that menus, promotional materials, and any other necessary items are well-maintained and easily accessible
Guest Farewel
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Thank guests for dining at the restaurant upon their departure
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Encourage guests to provide feedback and express gratitude for their patronage
Monitoring and Reporting
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Keep track of guest flow, reservation patterns, and wait times.
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Report any issues or trends to management and collaborate on solutions for improvement.
Queue Management
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Queue Management
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Able to organize queuing system during busy periods to minimize congestion and maintain a comfortable waiting environment
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Provide entertainment or refreshments for guests waiting for their tables, if feasible.
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Engage customer with Balloons, especially with the children
Upselling and Promotion
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Actively promote restaurant specials, promotions, or loyalty programs to customer during the waiting process