CHICA at The Venetian in Las Vegas, opened in 2017 and delivers the robust and vibrant flavors of Latin cuisine combined with a dynamic wine and mixology program to The Venetian Las Vegas.
The restaurant’s menu was crafted by featured chef Lorena Garcia and draws inspiration from classic renditions of Latin dishes, giving guests the opportunity to explore the flavors of Latin American cuisine as one culture, with influences from Venezuela, Peru, Brazil, Mexico and Argentina, among many more.
CHICA is open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.
REPORTS TO : Restaurant Manager
KEY RELATIONSHIPS : Guests, Kitchen Staff, Stewarding Staff, F&B Staff
Job Description :
The host / reservationist is the first and last person a guest will interact with in the restaurant. Therefore, it is imperative that the first and last impression a guest will have is positive, gracious and professional. Most importantly, you will be supervising and coordinating the flow of the dining room. Constant communication with the kitchen and managers is key to a successful service.
Requirements :
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills
- Must be able to maintain tact and be cool under pressure
- Able to work flexible hours necessary including off hours, weekends and holidays
- Able to effectively communicate in English in both oral and written forms
- Professional and polished appearance and demeanor
Responsibilities :
Enthusiastically welcome every guest at the doorAbility to clearly communicate with all guestsAlways approach and move towards the guest. Never wait for the guest to come to youGo above and beyond to accommodate guests’ special requestsGraciously say goodbye to all guests and extend an invitation to return to visit soonOversee daily restaurant reservations, pre-assign seating where necessaryCommunicate with management regarding special orders, cake orders, and special requests – responsible for conveying all suchinformation to management
Answer restaurant telephone courteously and efficientlyEscort guests to tables and assist in seating at tables; present menus and extend pleasantriesShut down podium and forward phones to voice-loop at end of shiftWork as a team, assist with all guests’ and employees’ needs and inquiriesAlways maintain positive guest relationsResolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfactionBe familiar with all features and local attractions / activities to respond to guest inquiries accuratelyMonitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areasMaintain complete knowledge of scheduled daily activities and in-house groups, daily house count, table / seat / station numbers,proper table set ups, room capacity, hours of operation, price range and dress code of the restaurant
Perform all other job-related duties as requestedWork Conditions :
The noise level in the work environment is usually loudWhile performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, orcontrols; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell
The employee frequently is required to walkPreferred :
High school diploma or equivalentAt least 1 year of hospitality sales and management experienceAt least 1 year of host person experience in a high-volume and / or upscale dining environmentFounded by CEO John Kunkel, 50 Eggs is a James Beard nominated, multi-faceted, full-service culinary and hospitality firm focused on developing cutting-edge brands with unparalleled dining experiences. 50 Eggs owns and operates the award-winning Yardbird Table & Bar, CHICA, Spring Chicken, and WAKUDA, a bold, artful collision of time and culture, traditional and modern Japanese cuisine and seductive design created by world-renowned, two-Michelin-starred Chef Tetsuya Wakuda and 50 Eggs Hospitality CEO John Kunkel.