Job Description

The Portland Regency Hotel & Spa is looking for a Part-Time Host to join our team! A beautiful Historic Hotel of America located in the heart of Portland's Old Port District. Part-Time benefits include Sick Time. All employees receive HHA Discounts, Fitness Center use, Uniform, Parking, and Employee Meal. 401k plan with a match after one year. The schedule will primarily be mornings, days, and weekends are a must. Potential to pick up support/food runner shifts. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following, but other duties may be assigned. Host/ess:

• Responsible for hanging the Specials Board for outside display.
• Responsible for greeting and escorting guests to their table, providing menus, assisting guests with their chairs, water, and coffee (a.m. only).
• Checking and hanging guests’ coats if necessary.
• Answer the telephone and assist with dining room reservations.
• At all times, you are responsible for helping the server’s bus/set tables.
• Responsible for keeping the host station clean, including checking and replacing soiled menus.
• Assists servers in changing over tables for the next meal period.
• Always maintain your post at the podium.

What We’re Looking For

• A friendly, professional demeanor and passion for hospitality.
• Strong communication and multitasking skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Team-oriented attitude and willingness to help wherever needed.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Work in a beautiful, historic hotel surrounded by Portland’s vibrant Old Port.
• Join a supportive, passionate hospitality team.
• Enjoy employee perks, growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred, but we’re happy to train the right person!
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with guests and team members.
• Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Comfortable writing basic reports or messages and speaking confidently with customers or colleagues.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work flexible morning shifts, including weekends.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent talking, hearing, and use of hands and arms; occasional climbing or balancing.
• Ability to lift or move up to 25 lbs as needed.
• Must be able to adjust focus and have close and distance vision.

Work Environment

• May be exposed to wet or humid conditions, heat, and kitchen equipment.
• Moderate noise levels typical of a restaurant environment.
• Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Job Tags

Part time, Flexible hours, Shift work, Day shift,

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