Hostess
Chili's Restaurant
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
- Developed and maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items and daily specials to accurately respond to customer queries.
- Provided adequate supply of place settings for tables and miscellaneous supplies for work stations to last throughout assigned shift.
- Answered phone calls to take orders, give information and document reservations.
- Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
- Rearranged tables and chairs for large parties and retrieved high chairs for children.
- Backed up servers by checking on tables and retrieving items for guests.
