Host/hostess - New York, United States - 53

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New York, United States

1 week ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

53 introduces an elevated blend of Asian cuisine with a contemporary edge in a chic lifestyle setting.

Featuring an exquisite marriage of Asian flavors and unique dishes, 53 is a New York restaurant conceived by the Founder Ahmass Fakahany and team behind highly-acclaimed NYC favorites, Marea and Ai Fiori.

The menu is spearheaded by acclaimed Singapore-born Chef Akmal Anuar, who began his culinary journey in his parents' hawker stand in Singapore, led one of Pellegrino World's 50 Best Restaurants (Asia's No. 1) and created some of the top contemporary Asian restaurants in Dubai.

Designed by ICRAVE in the heart of Midtown at 53 W 53rd St., the three-story space features a beautiful modern dining room, bustling by day and glowing by night, as well as an intimate private dining experience all underneath MoMA's new extended wing.

In the spirit of this iconic location, the globally renowned Friedrich Petzel Gallery is collaborating in a curatorial partnership to showcase an exciting rotating installation art program throughout the restaurant.

We are looking for passionate & dedicated Hosts/Hostesses to join the team.

Be a part of this truly unique restaurant and work alongside hospitality pioneers, positive team members, engaging leadership in an inclusive, safe and nurturing environment.

Host/Hostess Responsibilities include:

Greet upon arrival and interact with guests in a professional, warm and courteous manner and develop guest relationships
Navigate reservations platform and client database proficiently
Exhibit knowledge of 53's menus, culinary style and concept, reservations policies, operating hours, and other facts about the restaurants and be able to address common guest inquiries
Handle various guest interactions, including but not limited to reservations, confirmation calls, guest reservation requests, and pickup/delivery requests
Maintain clean dining room and restaurant and adhere to all health and safety standards

Host/Hostess Requirements include:

Substantive host and reservationist experience preferred
Genuine passion for restaurant hospitality and service
Energetic and friendly personality, with strong willingness and ability to work as part of a cohesive team and to support colleagues regardless of role, and a positive communication style
Ability to multitask and perform in highvolume, highintensity restaurant
Physical requirements include: ability to handle and carry trays, smallware, equipment, or other items up to 35lbs, and to stand, walk up and down stairs, and exert wellpaced mobility for extended period of time
Flexible schedule and open availability (fulltime) to meet business needs

Compensation:
$16-$22 per hour, based on experience

53w53 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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