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Head Host/Hostess
Chotto Matte - Manchester
Full Time
2 Years Experience
Coins Icon Up to £16.71 / Hour
Head Host/Hostess
Chotto Matte - Manchester

Description

Head Host – up to £16.71 an hour inclusive of tronc

About us:

Chotto Matte is a globally recognized Japanese-Peruvian fusion restaurant group with locations in London, Miami, San Francisco, Toronto, and now Manchester! Our venues are immersive spaces where vibrant cuisine meets energetic beats, offering guests a unique and engaging dining experience.

We’re now on the lookout for an experienced Head Host to support our Reception Manager in managing our Host team and overseeing reservations/walk-ins in our 450 capacity restaurant.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead, train, and support the Host/Hostess team, ensuring all Chotto Matte service standards and global Steps of Service are consistently met.
  • Assist the Reception Manager with daily operations, bookings, and maintaining a smooth, manageable service.
  • Prepare and manage the reception area, ensuring set-ups, reservations, special functions, and cloakroom standards are executed to a high level.
  • Oversee communication and coordination between reception, guests, and all internal departments for seamless service.
  • Handle guest interaction professionally, including calls, emails, booking platform messages, and adapting to last-minute changes.
  • Maintain safety, hygiene, and compliance, reporting hazards and ensuring all staff follow health and sanitation standards.
  • Uphold professionalism and complete required training, following company guidelines, appearance standards, and any additional duties assigned.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience as a restaurant host in a high-volume restaurant
  • Previous experience with reservation platform Sevenrooms
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent organisational abilities and attention to detail
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Benefits:

  • A free staff meal on shift
  • 50% discount on food and drink
  • People’s Pension scheme contribution after 3 months
  • Recommend a friend scheme with great bonuses per individual referral
  • Fast-track career progression

Head Host – up to £16.71 an hour inclusive of tronc

About us:

Chotto Matte is a globally recognized Japanese-Peruvian fusion restaurant group with locations in London, Miami, San Francisco, Toronto, and now Manchester! Our venues are immersive spaces where vibrant cuisine meets energetic beats, offering guests a unique and engaging dining experience.

We’re now on the lookout for an experienced Head Host to support our Reception Manager in managing our Host team and overseeing reservations/walk-ins in our 450 capacity restaurant.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead, train, and support the Host/Hostess team, ensuring all Chotto Matte service standards and global Steps of Service are consistently met.
  • Assist the Reception Manager with daily operations, bookings, and maintaining a smooth, manageable service.
  • Prepare and manage the reception area, ensuring set-ups, reservations, special functions, and cloakroom standards are executed to a high level.
  • Oversee communication and coordination between reception, guests, and all internal departments for seamless service.
  • Handle guest interaction professionally, including calls, emails, booking platform messages, and adapting to last-minute changes.
  • Maintain safety, hygiene, and compliance, reporting hazards and ensuring all staff follow health and sanitation standards.
  • Uphold professionalism and complete required training, following company guidelines, appearance standards, and any additional duties assigned.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience as a restaurant host in a high-volume restaurant
  • Previous experience with reservation platform Sevenrooms
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent organisational abilities and attention to detail
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Benefits:

  • A free staff meal on shift
  • 50% discount on food and drink
  • People’s Pension scheme contribution after 3 months
  • Recommend a friend scheme with great bonuses per individual referral
  • Fast-track career progression
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