Host - Peabody

The Host/Take Out Associate is responsible for greeting and seating guests in a friendly and personalized manner upon arrival into the restaurant. This person must maintain attentive and courteous communication with guests and answer the phone and all questions in a polite manner. This position handles take-out for our guests; ensures all take-out guidelines, specifications, quality, and service standards are met. The Host presence at the front desk is required at all times to extend an appropriate welcome, farewell, and a sincere invitation for our guests’ return.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greet guests in a warm and friendly manner as they arrive at the restaurant.

• Seat guests efficiently, manage seating chart, and ensure optimal flow of diners.

• Provide accurate wait times and monitor waiting list.

• Manage reservations using OpenTable.

• Answer incoming calls and respond to guest inquiries courteously.

• Receive, process, and manage takeout and delivery orders.

• Assemble and package orders paying attention to packaging techniques to avoid spills, leaks, or damage during transportation.

• Process payments for takeout orders, including cash, credit/debit, and digital payment methods.

• Ensure accurate cash handling and proper reconciliation of sales at the end of each shift.

• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Previous work experience as a Host is preferred.

• Working knowledge of OpenTable and Point of Sale is preferred

• Basic computer skills

• Ability to handle cash and paperwork accurately.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Must be able to perform under pressure in a high-volume restaurant setting.

• Must be able to handle guest incidents/complaints.

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation, and a 401(k) retirement plan to support your future. Join our team and enjoy great benefits while growing in a rewarding career!

Legal Sea Foods participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an online system that allows businesses to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. All new hires will be required to complete Form I-9 and successfully participate in the E-Verify process.