Host/Hostess

KOMODO employs team members who demonstrate a passion for hospitality and dedication to company values and customer service. We are a diverse organization that provides the opportunity to excel in a fast-paced multicultural environment. We are always looking for passionate people who embrace our belief in hospitality, company growth, and customer experience. Our commitment to diversity, teamwork, and integrity indicates the service we provide to our guests. We offer career opportunities with work/life balances and rewarding career experience.

This is a great and exciting opportunity to be part of a successful, fast-paced restaurant located in Brickell.

We are looking to hire dependable people who want to continue learning and will have a positive "can do" attitude. Compensation is competitive and it is based on experience.

Needs of the Candidate: We offer stable scheduled shifts and longevity within the company. We pride ourselves as offering competitive salaries for our market. Based on your skills you will have the great earning potential. A curated benefits package is also offered to full time employees.

*Candidate must work well under pressure and have excellent communication skills

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• Attends all restaurant-required meetings and training.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Groot hospitality standards.
• Full-time availability with the flexibility to work a variable schedule, including evenings, holidays, and weekends.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform.
• Follow food safety and sanitary guidelines issued by the Health Department.
• Complete assigned side-work in the allocated timeframe.
• Strong food and beverage menu knowledge is highly desired.
• Has complete knowledge of the floor plan, table numbers, and stations.
• Greets guests promptly as they enter the restaurant, making a positive first impression.
• Greets guests warmly with a smile, making eye contact.
• Knows and acknowledges all VIP’s by name.
• Maintains an accurate count of waitlist and reservations.
• Collects and stores menus. Maintains the cleanliness and preventability of the menus.
• Ensures that all menus are current according to the most recent changes. Replaces all menus in poor condition after making sure that replacements are available.

Monitors which tables are used, available, and about to turnover. Is immediately aware when tables are reset and ready for guests—checks for completeness of table settings.

• Keeps an accurate count of guests providing the kitchen and management with updates regularly.
• Frequently checks back with guests waiting in the bar area to be seated.
• When a guest is leaving, always thank them and use their name when able to.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in the position applying for or similar-related role.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Attention to detail, cleanliness, and safety.
• Patience and customer-oriented approach.
• Excellent people skills with a friendly attitude.
• Responsible and trustworthy.

Physical Requirements:

• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

*Please submit your resume for consideration

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Host/Hostess : 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Miami, FL 33131 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person