Hostess (Part-time)

Cornerstone Church Restaurant HostessWere looking for a friendly, organized, and outgoing restaurant Hostess to join our team at Cornerstone Church! As the first face our guests see, youll create a warm and welcoming atmosphere from the moment they walk through the door. If you enjoy making people feel at home, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and love being part of a team, wed love to meet you!The Hostess is the first point of contact for guests and plays a vital role in setting the tone for a welcoming and enjoyable dining experience. This position is responsible for greeting and seating guests, managing reservations, and coordinating the front-of-house flow to ensure efficient service. The Hostess must maintain a professional demeanor, exhibit excellent customer service, and contribute to a warm, friendly atmosphere in alignment with our restaurants mission and values.Key ResponsibilitiesGreet guests promptly and warmly as they arriveManage waitlists and reservations using the restaurants seating systemEscort guests to tables and provide menusCommunicate effectively with servers and kitchen staff to manage seating flowAnswer incoming calls and assist with guest inquiriesMaintain cleanliness and organization of the host stand and entry areaAssist with special guest requests and accommodate seating preferences when possibleMonitor dining room activity to assess seating needs and wait timesSupport a team-oriented environment by assisting other front-of-house staff as neededUphold and model the restaurants standards of hospitality and servicePerform other duties as required to support the ministrys overall mission.Education and ExperiencePrevious customer service or restaurant experience is a plusExperience using reservation systems or host software preferredSkills and AbilitiesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsPositive and professional demeanorStrong organizational and time management abilitiesAbility to remain calm and courteous in a fast-paced environmentAttention to detail and a commitment to guest satisfactionAbility to stand and walk for extended periodsFlexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidaysCommitmentAll employees must demonstrate a personal commitment to the Christian faith and support for Israel, aligning with GEI's mission and values. Each team member is expected to exhibit dedication to the organization's vision and a passion for contributing to its success and impact.Physical RequirementsWhile performing the duties of this job, employees will frequently be required to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, talk and hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 15 pounds occasionally, and more than 40 pounds infrequently with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Responsibilities, duties, and skills may change or be adjusted as needed to meet the evolving needs of the ministry.ScheduleWednesday - Sunday 7:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m. Schedule may vary according to business needs.Casual status roles may work up to 25 hours per week.