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We are the marinara-muddled minds behind Chicago’s Happy Camper, Homeslice, and Paradise Park. Our restaurants are wall to wall with lights, murals, and vignettes for the perfect gram. We are known for our art inspired spaces, delicious food and great vibes. Our brand is glued together by our company culture. Currently, we are looking for other folks who are enthusiastic about being part of our team and growing our ever-evolving brand. Many of our employees have been with the company from the first installment of the brand. Our careers feel like a life purpose for many of us and a common thread is that we pay a distinct amount of attention to detail in creating this atmosphere. The ideal candidate wants to really enjoy their work environment and the people they work with. With a restaurant group expanding as rapidly as we have, we need someone who is self-motivated, and willing to take initiative. The ideal candidate wants to really enjoy their work environment and the people they work with. With a restaurant group expanding as rapidly as we have, we need someone who is self-motivated, and willing to take initiative.

Lead Host
Job Summary: In addition to being responsible for all host training, Lead Hosts provide friendly and responsive service to create an exceptional experience for all of our guests by welcoming and warmly greeting guests upon arrival. Manage the efficient and timely seating of our guests or waiting areas when applicable. To do well in this role you should be comfortable standing for long periods and managing a very busy shift. You represent the guests first exposure to our staff as they walk in the door; a positive attitude is a must!

This position is located at:
Paradise Park
1913 West North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60622

Responsibilities:

Interact with, direct, train, and develop host employees
Greet guests as they enter with energetic & positive attitude
Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
Ability to multitask calmly and under pressure
Use tact and good judgment when dealing with guest challenges and respond to guests with patience and courtesy
Observe host employee’s service standards and communicate observations to management; assist in developing and implementing necessary plans of action
Create and maintain wait list if necessary
Effective use of OpenTable
Provide guests with menus and answering any initial questions
Seat guests at tables or in designated waiting areas
Assign guests to tables they prefer, while keeping table rotation in mind so that servers receive the right number of customers
Respond to complaints and help resolve them or get a manager involved
Answer phone calls, take reservations and answer any general inquiries guests may have
A running knowledge of food and beverage menu
Acknowledging guests as they leave
Maintain company culture

Other Functions:

Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the
restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor
Comply with health and food safety standards
Restock floor and bathrooms as needed
Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the host stand including counters,
Menus, computer, shelves and storage areas

Qualifications, Education and Behavior:

Minimum of 3 years in a host role is required
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Ability to provide top notch customer service in a fast-paced environment
A positive attitude and ability work well under pressure with all restaurant staff
Does high-quality work while unsupervised
Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time
Able to safely lift and easily maneuver trays of food when necessary
Willing to follow instructions and ask questions for clarification if needed
Able to handle money accurately and operate a point-of-sale system
Able to work in a busy restaurant environment
Restaurant experience a plus

Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand/walk a minimum of 8 hours or as needed, Work in both warm and cool environments. High levels of noise from music, customer and employee traffic. Must be able to tolerate potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood and shellfish

Compensation Details:
Compensation: $23-25 Hourly (Based on Experience)

Benefits:
Get Paid $ to Refer your Friends*
50% dining discounts during shift
25% dining discounts at other Happy Hospitality locations
Flexible schedules in a fun, family friendly, team environment
Medical, Dental and Vision Options**
Paid time off – vacation and sick**
Free Uniform (Up to two branded T-Shirts)

**Eligibility based off of time in position and average hours worked
*Referred Employees Must Be in Good Standing

Required Skills:
Customer Service
POS Systems

Department: Front of House
Reports to: General Manager
Status: Variable Hour
FLSA Code: Non-exempt
Location: Chicago
Happy Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, age, veteran status, life experiences and ideas. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and strive to provide an inclusive culture that embraces diversity.

Must be eligible to legally work in the United States.

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