Seasonal Host/Hostess Part Time - The Langham, Chicago at Careers - Langham Hospitality Group

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jan, 26

Salary

26.5

Posted On

12 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Guest Relations, Reservation Management, Communication Skills, Team Collaboration, Dining Room Setup, Menu Presentation, Telephone Etiquette, Knowledge of Local Attractions, Food & Beverage Service, Cleaning Standards, Linen Inspection, POS Systems, Hospitality Knowledge, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Time Management

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Primary Objective of Position: Displays a professional demeanor to all guests in the hotel’s food and beverage outlets including but not limited to the Restaurant, the Bar, In Room Dining, and Pavillion. Responsibilities and Job Duties: Meet and greet guests as they arrive and depart, offer choice of seating, then escort them to their table and present menu. Maintain proper set up of the dining room and cleanliness and standard presentation of all menus. Promptly answer the telephone and input messages into the computer. Retrieve messages and communicate the content to the guest. Retrieve mail, small packages and facsimiles for customers as requested. Receive, record, and make any necessary arrangements for reservations and special functions in the restaurant. Cooperate closely with other members of the outlet team including servers and kitchen colleagues. Act as a liaison between the guest and other hotel departments. Responsible for assisting in inspecting linen, china, silverware and condiments. Clear all tables during and after meal periods. Maintain the cleanliness of the Host/Hostess stand. Provide knowledge of the hotel, facilities and local city attractions to respond to guest and client inquiries. Experience Required High School graduate or equivalent preferred. College degree preferred with emphasis on Hospitality and Tourism. 1 - 2 years of previous restaurant experience required. Prior Food & Beverage experience required. Luxury hotel experience preferred. Knowledge of POS/reservation systems preferred. Pay Range: $21.20 - $26.50/hour Benefits Included for Part Time, On-Call, and Temporary Colleagues Vacation Pay and Sick/Personal time (in accordance with Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick Leave Law) Paid Holidays Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your family (employee paid partial premiums) Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability (company paid) Long Term Disability, Additional Life Insurance, Child Life, Spouse Life, Pet Insurance, ID Theft Protection Coverage, Prepaid Legal, Critical Illness, Hospital Care, Accidental Injury Supplemental Plans (available for purchase) 401k plan with Roth option and employer match Free meals while on duty Uniforms and cleaning of uniforms (for applicable positions) Free and discounted hotel stays Discounted parking Guidance Resources – company paid benefit for personal counseling EOE, Including Disability/Veterans About Langham Hospitality Group: A wholly owned subsidiary of Great Eagle Holdings, Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) comprises a family of distinctive brands, including The Langham Hotels and Resorts, Cordis Hotels and Resorts, Eaton Workshop and Ying’nFlo. With over 40 hotels and residences in operation or development, LHG has a global footprint that extends across Asia, Europe, North America, Australasia and the Middle East. Majestic views of the cityscape, the Chicago River, and Lake Michigan. All housed in a skyscraper designed by renowned architect Mies van der Rohe. Situated in downtown Chicago, our hotel is mere minutes from the Loop, Grant Park, Magnificent Mile, Millennium Park, and Navy Pier. Discover the perfect blend of convenience and stylish comfort only at The Langham, Chicago. For more information about the property, please visit: https://www.langhamhotels.com/en/the-langham/chicago/

Responsibilities

The Seasonal Host/Hostess is responsible for greeting guests, managing seating arrangements, and maintaining the dining area. They also assist with reservations and act as a liaison between guests and hotel departments.