Host at Porchlight

Porchlight is a New York bar with a Southern accent. As Union Square Hospitality Group’s first stand-alone cocktail bar, Porchlight presents contemporary interpretations of the South’s rich drinks and food heritage. Combined with our emphasis on hospitality and genial service, Porchlight is a beacon of friendliness in West Chelsea and can accommodate groups of 10-150 guests for happy hours, celebratory cocktail parties, and corporate events.  

Who you are: 

The Host is a vital member of the Service team as the first impression and point of contact with every guest and visitor at the restaurant. The Host must exude warmth and hospitality and is a partner to the Maître D’ in plotting, planning, and updating the dining room to efficiently coordinate seatings throughout each service.

What you’ll do:

• Consistently support a culture of Enlightened Hospitality
• Create a welcoming and hospitable environment for guests whether in person or over the phone.
• Partner with Maître D’ to quote accurate wait times while “finding the yes” for all guests.
• Properly answer guest inquiries with regards to restaurant hours of operation and basic operational information, menus, and reservations. 
• Act as a liaison between the guest, management, service staff and kitchen and communicate accordingly.
• Work with efficiency and a sense of urgency while remaining composed.
• Demonstrates a passion for guest experience and an eagerness to learn and grow. 
• Consistently support a culture of Enlightened Hospitality.

What we need from you:

• Experience in a guest facing role in a restaurant preferred, but not necessary
• Basic understanding of Resy functions
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time
• English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required

What you’ll get from us:

• Hourly rate of $11/hour + tips
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work
• Paid Parental Leave
• 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
• Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
• Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
• Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services
• Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund

*The above represents the expected hourly range for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors.

The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive. This role may be required to take on other duties or projects as necessary to support organizational goals, in alignment with their skills, experience, and the evolving needs of the business.