COCKTAIL BAR HOST $25/hr (Greenwich Village)

The Up & Up is seeking a host for immediate hire. This is a part-time position, and the days required are Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. The Up & Up is an upscale hospitality-driven, seated-only cocktail bar that prides itself on first-rate service as well as first-rate cocktails. The host is an integral part of the team, and is instrumental in making the flow of guests work. As the point of first contact, the host determines much of a guests experience by setting the tone of what they can expect from their time here. Proficiency in using Resy is a plus. We take reservations, and are often near fully-booked. A substantial waitlist can form, and managing this waitlist while keeping potential guests happy is key to a successful night. As such, the ideal candidate will be an excellent multi-tasker who enjoys the process of keeping an establishment fully sat. The most important quality we are looking for is a friendly and an even-keeled disposition. you should be unflappable, interested in people, and empathic. This is a challenging position, and not for people looking for an easy gig. It is suitable only for those that possess a true love of people, and hospitality. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in one of the most popular cocktail bars in the city, and join a team of hospitality professionals who are passionate about their work. You will get a chance to interact with hundreds of guests per night, and learn every aspect about how a small, precision cocktail bar successfully functions. Shifts begin at 4pm on weeknights and run until last call, which happens at 1am or 2am, depending on the night. Pay is $25 per hour. Please reply to this ad via email with the word HOST in the subject line. Include a resume and cover letter pasted into the body of the email as well as confirmation that you are available Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. Replies without a cover letter will not be considered. No Photos, please. **Please avoid appearing in person to inquire about this job posting. It’s not that we don’t want to meet you, but rather that management is not available for spontaneous interviews. Thank you for understanding.** We look forward to hearing from you