Host Tino's Italian Bistro 8775 Centre Park Drive, Columbia, MD 21045
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Hires 16+
- View distance
- Any schedule considered
- Part-time
- 1-3 Years of Experience
- Hires 16+
Job Description
As host, you are the first impression of the restaurant and set the tone for our guests' experiences. You must maintain a positive, up beat disposition and always want to help your fellow team members and take care of anything needed for our guests.
This position manages a number of responsibilities, including but not limited to answering phones, taking reservations, taking orders for carryout and delivery, seating guests according to server availability, helping to clear tables if needed, maintaining menus, cleaning the front of the restaurant as needed, performing assigned side duties upon arrival and before departure, printing kids menus and making sure we share information regarding our fundraising events. Your attention to detail and communication are critically important. You are also the last face / experience, and will wish guests farewell and invite them to come back.
Must be able to multitask, stay calm in fast paced environment and think ahead to prep and anticipate needs of guests and other team members.
Responsibilities
- Greet all guests with a smile upon arrival
- Seat guests and accommodate special requests
- Manage the wait list: record guest names and number in party, and provide estimated waiting time
- Answer phones and manage the restaurant reservation system
- Inspect tables for proper presentation and completeness
About this location
About Tino's Italian Bistro
Family and community are among our core values. We are proud to be a family-run establishment and to offer a casual dining experience that is suitable for the whole family. We also take pride in our engagement with our local Howard County community, which includes participation in community events throughout the year, and of course, our regular Foundation Night events which raise awareness and revenue for local charitable organizations.