Restaurant Host/Hostess

HOST / HOSTESS
As the first and last point of contact for our guests, the ideal candidate will create a welcoming atmosphere and help ensure a smooth and memorable dining experience.

Compensation: $20-$25 per hour, depending on experience
Schedule: Full-time or Part-time

Responsibilities:
Warmly welcome and greet guests upon arrival
Manage reservations, phone calls, and guest inquiries
Organize seating arrangements and maintain an efficient flow of service
Coordinate closely with servers, management, and the kitchen team
Accommodate special requests and communicate guest information accurately
Maintain a polished, organized, and welcoming entrance area
Thank guests and assist them as they leave the restaurant

Qualifications:
Previous hosting or front-of-house restaurant experience is preferred
Fine-dining or upscale Japanese restaurant experience is a plus
Professional appearance and excellent communication skills
Warm, attentive, and calm under pressure
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
Experience with reservation or POS systems is a plus
Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

About US
CHIKARA
150 West 70th Street
New York, NY 10023
Business Hours 5 pm ~9:45 pm from Tuesday to Saturday (Current)
Our restaurant is an intimate, upscale sushi restaurant dedicated to exceptional food, thoughtful hospitality, and a welcoming dining experience. We are looking for team members who want to grow with us and help build a restaurant that both our guests and employees can be proud of.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person