Host

Momofuku

Momofuku was founded by chef David Chang in 2004 with the opening of Momofuku Noodle Bar in New York City. Credited with “the rise of contemporary Asian-American cuisine” by the New York Times and named the “most important restaurant in America” by Bon Appétit magazine, Momofuku has restaurants in the New York, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas as well as Momofuku Goods, a line of restaurant-grade products for home cooks.

About Super Peach by Momofuku

Super Peach by Momofuku is a new restaurant opening in later this year at Westfield Century City.

Part of the larger Momofuku family, Super Peach is an approachable, fast-paced concept built for high volume and bold flavor. Super Peach offers the opportunity to join a growing team focused on sharp execution, great hospitality, and creating a high-energy dining experience from the ground up.

As the first (and last) point of contact, Momofuku Hosts are friendly and warm, yet professional and exacting. We are looking for well-presented, engaging individuals who will be excited to provide knowledgeable, approachable, efficient, energetic, and thoughtful service while upholding Momofuku standards and values.

COMPENSATION BAND : $17.87 - $19.87 per hour plus applicable tips

Why Momofuku?

At Momofuku, we value our team members and make it a priority to offer competitive compensation packages that encourage longevity with the company and long-term growth. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including vision / dental / medical, 401k, paid time off, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, and dining discounts, plus more after required wait periods. We encourage our team members to grow and learn, and offer many opportunities for personal and career development.

Responsibilities

• Greet all guests entering the restaurant and thank all guests leaving the restaurant
• Manage reservation system
• Answer phones and return voicemail messages
• Make reservations and organize reservation book.
• Ensure reservations are prioritized and seated in a timely manner
• Strive to accommodate walk-in guests whenever possible
• Clearly and politely communicate with guests when delays and / or waits occur
• Maintain an organized floor by quickly and efficiently seating guests according to company standards
• Assist in bussing and resetting tables when needed in order to seat guests as quickly as possible
• Understand and operate the reservation / seating system
• Maintain professional and warm guest communications - inside the restaurant or via phone / email
• Recognize key people in the industry, VIP guests and contacts related to the company and follow company protocol related to their visit
• Communicate respectfully and clearly with service team and management
• Support team members in the completion of their duties to ensure satisfaction of all guests before, during, and after service
• Engage management for any guest issue or complaint
• Maintain cleanliness and organization at the host stand and front door area
• Assist with restroom checks
• Adhere to Momofuku's Cleaning and sanitation SOPs
• Additional service and / or operational tasks as determined by manager
• Adhere to grooming and dress code standards
• Assist teammates to anticipate all other FOH needs
• Maintain current menu knowledge and up to date on any menu or beverage updates
• Speak and answer questions at pre-service from the Managers and Chefs
• Perform well on any quizzing or testing provided by Restaurant Leadership
• Have an understanding of the menu, and be able to suggestive sell if needed

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

The duties of this position may change from time to time. Momofuku reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Momofuku or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Momofuku is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.