Host - Brennan's

Brand summary

Ralph Brennan’s six high-energy, high-experience restaurants (plus a catering company and a bakery) stand apart for our commitment to inspired, locally-sourced cuisine and gracious hospitality served up in New Orleans’ most revered and iconic dining rooms.

Job description

Brennan’s seeks an experienced Host to welcome and direct the seating of guests at our busy and celebrated French Quarter restaurant.

Join Brennan's award-winning team and be part of the tradition that launched Bananas Foster and Breakfast at Brennan's - named a Top-5 Finalist for \Outstanding Restaurant\ by the James Beard Foundation 2022, a 2022 \Grand Award Winner\ by the Wine Spectator, and a 2022 \50 places in America we're most excited about right now\ accolade from the New York Times.

About the Job:

This position is responsible for greeting guests in a warm, accommodating, and professional manner and seating all reservations, walk-ins, and the waitlist using OpenTable while maintaining a professional, friendly demeanor in a fast-paced environment. This position must be able to \quarterback\ the door, directing others as to when and where to seat guests and accurately communicate guest information to service staff and management.

About You:

• You enjoy service and hospitality and are able to speak with guests knowledgeably about New Orleans and things to see and do around the city.
• You understand the importance of building a local clientele and seek to create lasting relationships with all of our guests.
• You communicate clearly and professionally with management, staff, and guests
• You present yourself to others as calm, confident, and positive.

Your Benefits:

• Flexible Schedule
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Company subsidized French Quarter Parking 2 blocks from work - $5/ day for you
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401-K, so you can save for retirement.
• Free Mental Health Resources
• Free Shift Meals + employee discount at all Ralph Brennan Restaurants
• Excellent opportunities for career growth
• Closed Mardi Gras Day, Christmas Day & Super Bowl Sunday night (if the Saints play)

Ralph Brennan’s six high-energy, high-experience restaurants (plus a bakery) stand apart for our commitment to inspired, locally-sourced cuisine and gracious hospitality served up in New Orleans’ most revered and iconic dining rooms.

Pay: $18 - $22 / hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Referral program
• Employee discount

Job Type: fulltime, parttime

Education: No education required

Work location: On-site

Brennan's. 417 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130