About Us:
Osteria Morini brings the soulful cuisine and convivial spirit of Emilia-Romagna in northern Italy to local vibrant neighborhoods. The menus at Osteria Morini center around the Northern Italian ingredients that have become hallmarks of Italian cuisine - balsamic, Parmigiano Reggiano, mortadella, and prosciutto, to name a few. Signature fresh pastas are made in house daily and featured alongside simply prepared grilled meats, seafood and salads. Desserts are simple and classic, like tiramisu or chocolate budino. Beverage is made up of a robust Italian wine and cocktail list.
What We're Looking For:
Osteria Morini operates as part of Altamarea Group, an award-winning, multiple Michelin Star, global hospitality firm with 12 restaurants worldwide. Altamarea Group, through its talented team of employees, creates special memories through exceptional hospitality, delivering the highest level of food and service across distinct brands and concepts.
We are looking for part-time hosts with weekend availability, and relevant experience with a genuine desire to be part of a talented team and highly acclaimed restaurant. The candidate needs to be passionate, highly motivated, effective and hospitable in a fast-paced team environment.
Responsibilities include:
- Be the face of the restaurant, making sure to greet guests with high energy, as well as starting the Morini dining experience.
- Oversee restaurant capacity, keeping in account of reservations, large parties, and future reservations to come, making sure restaurant is not over capacity.
- Engage with clients in a warm, friendly and vibrant manner, in line with Altamarea Group service and hospitality style
- Multitask, as needed, between assisting guests, bussing tables, and any other service / operational duties promptly as directed by management, calmly and seamlessly, while also maintaining new COVID-19 health and safety protocols
- Respond immediately to guests needs and requests, and promptly communicate any guest concerns with management, as well as assist in coordinating guest recovery efforts with management
- Process all guest orders through the POS system per restaurant standards and ensure all food and beverage delivered promptly and accurately
Requirements include:
- Strong background in full-service dining and knowledge of service standards
- Exemplary knowledge of hosting.
- Adept with all restaurant technology (i.e., POS)
- Highly organized, efficient, and meticulous with attention-to-detail on all operational matters
- Ability to communicate openly and effectively with clients and management
- Ability to multi-task and perform in high-volume, high-intensity restaurant
- Demonstrate warm, friendly, high-energy personality with positive attitude and open-minded and team-oriented mindset
- Beverage/Food handler's card may be required according to local and/or state requirements
- Flexible schedule and open availability (full-time) to meet business needs
What We Offer
At Altamarea Group, we are committed to creating a supportive and professionally rewarding work environment for all of our team members. We are also pleased to offer the following benefits for our employees:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits with wide range of coverage options for families (30 days from date of hire)
- Paid Time Off (progressive with tenure)
- Career Development and Growth Opportunities
- Employee Dining Discount at All Altamarea Group Restaurants
- 401(k) Plan (one year from date of hire)
Altamarea Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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