Hostess Job at Virtual PALyn

Virtual PALyn, an HR and Business consulting company, is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Position: Hostess

Job Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities
Guest Reception:

  • Greet arriving guests with a friendly and welcoming attitude.
  • Escort guests to their tables and ensure they are comfortable.
  • Handle guest inquiries, reservations, and special requests promptly and courteously.

Seating Management:


  • Manage the flow of guests and table assignments efficiently.
  • Coordinate with servers to balance workload and ensure even distribution of guests.
  • Maintain awareness of table turnover and be prepared to seat new guests promptly.

Reservations:

  • Receive and confirm reservations over the phone, in-person, or through online platforms.
  • Keep an organized record of reservations and manage any changes or cancellations.

Waiting Area and Reception:

  • Ensure the waiting area is clean, organized, and comfortable for guests.
  • Keep track of guest waiting times and communicate delays, if any, courteously.

Menu and Specials:

  • Familiarize yourself with the menu and daily specials to answer guest questions.
  • Assist guests with menu choices and provide recommendations as needed.

Collaboration:

  • Work closely with the kitchen and serving staff to maintain smooth communication and operations.
  • Relay any guest preferences, allergies, or special requests to the appropriate personnel.

Upselling and Promotion:

  • Promote additional services, special promotions, and loyalty programs to enhance the guest experience.
  • Upsell menu items and beverages to increase revenue.

Appearance and Professionalism:

  • Maintain a polished and professional appearance at all times.
  • Adhere to company uniform and grooming standards.

Conflict Resolution:

  • Handle guest complaints or issues with patience and empathy.
  • Escalate any complex situations to a supervisor or manager as needed.

Qualifications

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to multitask and handle high-pressure situations.
  • Customer service experience is a plus.
  • Familiarity with reservation management systems is beneficial.
  • Knowledge of menu items and culinary preferences is advantageous.
  • Friendly and approachable demeanor.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as required.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hrofficevpal@gmail.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.