Cocktail & Whiskey Bar Seeking Hosts (Greenwich Village)

Cocktail and whiskey program in need of a strong and gracious presence at the door to help us run the floor. We are doing 300 plus covers a night, and our floor staff needs a point person to help facilitate guests' experiences. This is an important position, and requires a strong personality. We want someone who can be the center of the team, deploying resources as necessary and handling situations before they arise. Please have / be able to: - New York hosting experience - Operate in a Maitre D role, rather than simply a "meet and greet" role - Experience in a fast-paced, high end environment (restaurant or bars) - Work effectively in a busy scene (up to 400 covers a night in a small space) - Learn our floor, and be able to control the flow of guests - Know each table on the floor - Where they are in their evening - How best to slot in new guests and tables - How to keep people who want a table at the bar until the table opens up - Be a team player - Passion for food, wine and service. - A strong sense of urgency - Superior communication skills (written, verbal and spoken). - If you can back up the waitstaff as needed (on an emergency basis) even better. We run a lean team, and we all pitch in when and where needed. Please send an email with a resume and a bit about yourself. No need to attend if you have already interviewed with us We look forward to meeting you.