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Full-time
high school
Medical Insurance, Prescription Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Company-Paid Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance
Posted 22d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Host is responsible for greeting guests, managing the waitlist, and coordinating reservations to ensure a smooth dining room flow. They also handle phone inquiries and maintain a professional demeanor while performing essential side work.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with irregular hours are required.
Full job description
Description
What are we looking for?
Love being at the center of the action? As a host, you’ll greet guests, keep the dining room running smoothly, and set the tone for an amazing experience. It’s fast-paced, always changing, and a great way to make great money.
Full job description below for specific responsibilities and requirements
What makes us great?
We look for people who have what we call a "hospitality heart," characterized by a commitment to providing excellence, a passion for taking care of our guests, and a “can-do” attitude. We're a family-run business, and we consider our team members part of The Bartolotta Restaurants family.
The Bartolotta Restaurants is a nationally recognized restaurant and catering organization co-founded by restaurateur Joe Bartolotta and his brother, two-time James Beard Award-winning Chef Paul Bartolotta. Since 1993, The Bartolotta Restaurants has grown to become the premier culinary brand in the Greater Milwaukee region, offering first-class service and cuisine across a portfolio of 18 one-of-a-kind restaurants and catering facilities. As a forward-thinking and respected company, we also give back to our community through Care-a-lotta, a charitable program that supports numerous nonprofit organizations throughout Milwaukee.
At The Bartolotta Restaurants, we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business, from the products we source to the food and service we deliver every day in our restaurants and catering venues. Our greatest asset in our company is our team members because, without them, we wouldn't be in business.
What do we have to offer?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our team members both personally and professionally, including:
Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Full Time Only)
Company-Paid Life Insurance (Full Time Only)
Supplemental Life Insurance (Full Time Only)
Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability (Full Time Only)
Supplemental Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
Supplemental Hospital Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
LegalShield and IDShield Protection
Pet Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Complimentary Workday Family Meal
Dining Discounts at Bartolotta Fine Dining Locations
Discounted Discovery World Passes
Discounted Fiserv Forum Tickets – Look at putting in the
In addition to these benefits, you will have the opportunity to work alongside world-class mentors who provide hands-on training and development opportunities to support your career growth. If you have a passion for excellence and hospitality, we would love to welcome you to our team.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Host will greet, assist, and provide direction and information to customers and other guests of the organization.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Greets customers and guests; determines the purpose of each person’s visit and directs or escorts him or her to the appropriate location.
Manage the waitlist during high volume periods while providing accurate quotes for wait times.
Take reservations into reservation book providing clear and accurate guest information.
Promptly answers phones and routes calls to the proper custodian.
Knowledgeable in areas of menu reading to effectively field questions from guests, vendors and phone inquiries.
Log and perform exchange of moneys for gift certificate purchases.
Present professional demeanor in attire, language, and attitude.
Perform side work before, during and after shift as has ended.
Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area/station
Performs other duties assists other team members and as assigned.
All Other Duties as Assigned
Requirements
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and presentation skills focusing on customer satisfaction.
Ability to work in fast-paced, changing environment.
Basic understanding of administrative and clerical procedures and systems.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:
Regularly required to talk, use repetitive motion, type, and hear.
Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle and feel, and reach with hands and arms.
Occasionally required to bend, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, and reach overhead.
Walking through dining room on carpeted and hard wood flooring.
Light/moderate lifting is required.
Position dictates working in a fast-paced environment and subject to irregular hours including late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
The Bartolotta Restaurants is a nationally recognized restaurant and catering organization co-founded by restaurateur Joe Bartolotta and his brother, two-time James Beard Award-winning Chef Paul Bartolotta. Since the opening of its flagship restaurant, Ristorante Bartolotta dal 1993, The Bartolotta Restaurants has grown to become the premier culinary brand in the Greater Milwaukee region, offering first-class service and cuisine across a portfolio of 17 one-of-a-kind restaurants and catering facilities, including fine dining, upscale casual, upscale food hall, pizzeria, and quick-casual concepts. Additionally, its presence as a forward-thinking, respected, and community-minded company has produced a charitable arm, Care-a-lotta, which supports numerous nonprofit organizations throughout Milwaukee.
Restaurants include:
• Ristorante Bartolotta dal 1993
• Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro
• Mr. B’s - A Bartolotta Steakhouse
• Bacchus - A Bartolotta Restaurant
• Harbor House
• Joey Gerard’s - A Bartolotta Supper Club
• The Commodore - A Bartolotta Restaurant
• Downtown Kitchen
Premier event spaces include:
• Bartolotta Catering at The Grain Exchange
• Bartolotta Catering at Discovery World
• Bartolotta Catering at The Italian Community Center
We look for employees who have what we call a "hospitality heart." People who are committed to excellence just like we are and have a true passion for taking care of our guests. See a list of our current opportunities here: https://www.bartolottas.com/careers
Learn more and make your reservations for tonight at bartolottas.com.
Offices: 520 West McKinley Avenue, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53212, US · 3133 East Newberry Blvd, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53211, US · 925 E Wells Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202, US · 18380 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield, Wisconsin 53045, US · 7626 West State Street, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin 53213, US
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