Host/Hostess Job at Benihana, Irvine, CA

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  • Benihana
  • Irvine, CA

Job Description

Join the Global Leader in Vibe Dining!

As a Host/Hostess, you will be the first and last impression for our guests, ensuring they feel welcome from the moment they arrive until they leave. Your mission is to manage reservations, coordinate seating, and enhance the guest experience while maintaining a smooth front-of-house flow.

Key Responsibilities

  • Warmly greet and welcome guests upon arrival, ensuring a positive first impression
  • Manage OpenTable reservations and coordinate seating to optimize service flow
  • Assist guests with special seating requests whenever possible
  • Communicate table availability and wait times to guests in a professional manner
  • Provide menus and introduce guests to their server upon seating
  • Maintain a clean and organized host stand and menu area
  • Answer incoming phone calls, provide information, and handle reservation inquiries
  • Assist with concierge outreach and brand representation at off-site events
  • Monitor the dining area, update the Matre D/Lead Host on table status, and help coordinate seating rotation
  • Thank guests as they leave and invite them to return for another unforgettable experience
  • Assist fellow team members with bussing tables, running food, or supporting service as needed
  • Adhere to health and sanitation regulations and uphold THE ONE GROUP's high hospitality standards
  • Always represent THE ONE GROUP professionally, this includes maintaining an elevated appearance and being comfortable in heels (if applicable)
  • Other duties as assigned by management

What We're Looking For

  • Outgoing and engaging personality with a passion for hospitality
  • Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills in a fast-paced setting
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift trays when needed
  • Experience with OpenTable or similar reservation systems preferred
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Previous host or hospitality experience in a high-volume restaurant preferred

Why THE ONE GROUP is Your Next Career Move

This is more than a jobit's a career opportunity with limitless potential in an expanding global brand. If you're ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, apply today and join us in delivering an unmatched dining experience!

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Job Tags

Night shift, Weekend work

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