Host - (Part Time)

DERU Market is a chef owned, farm to table neighborhood restaurant in Kirkland and passionate about good food and good hospitality! We are seeking highly energetic and confident hosts ensure a fast-paced and successful service while skillfully managing our high volume online waitlist at DERU. As a fast casual restaurant, the ideal host at DERU loves the challenge of balancing a wait of 1-2hrs for dine in, multi-tasking with phones / to-go orders and providing excellent and positive communication to our guests and our team! We are seeking individuals who can work with the intention of being on our team for at least one full calendar year.

Position: Part or Full Time Host

This position must have at least 1 to 2 years of quality, fast-paced host experience at a full-service restaurant. Previous leadership experience is not required but a plus!

Pay: The overall hourly pay for this position (including tips!) is $23 - $25 per hour

Weekly Schedule: Weekends are Must. Weekday evenings
 

THE ROLE - PERFORMANCE EXPECTATION / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Outgoing, positive and high energy individual who loves working with people and eager to take the next steps in their leadership journey

• Confidently, calmly and professionally manages our waitlist and guest communication at the host stand to ensure quick table turns and high guest satisfaction

• Thorough understanding of the ingredients in our products (studying and passing our menu quizzes) and can confidently sell the food and beverage menu

• Actively participates in FOH classes / training and trains new employees according with DERU's Training System

• Participates in pre-shift staff meetings and conducts post shift check outs with dining room / host team

• Quickly anticipates every guests needs to ensure a positive and caring experience at DERU

• Positively responds to feedback and shows eagerness to learn and grow as a teammate

DESIRED PERSONAL TRAITS

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with their team, guests and leadership

• Comfortable working in a very fast-paced and multi-faceted environment

• Exudes contagious high energy, enthusiasm and stamina during shift

• Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time with ease

• Work on your feet & lift heavy loads (25lb+)

THE BENEFITS

• Health benefits for full-time team members

• 50% employee food discount

• Paid sick leave