Host/Hostess - Kanki Durham - Kanki Home of Steaks and Sushi
Durham, NC 27707
About the Job
Responsibilities
- Greets guests and opens doors as they arrive and depart from the restaurant
- Escorts guests to the dining room, restrooms, or Sushi Bar
- Makes reservations for guests over the phone or in-person using OpenTable
- Manages restaurant waiting list during high volume to accurately set guest expectations
- Maintains a Neat, Clean, and Organized host stand
- Responsible for restroom checks— overall cleanliness and restocking items
- Informs the guests of any promotions, features, or drink specials
- Turns on Teppan Table each time a new table is seated.
- Tends to special guest requests—celebrations, allergies, highchairs, etc.
- Assists team by clearing and setting tables or replenishing beverages as needed
- Communicates incoming to-go orders to to-go team and directs incoming to-go orders or to-go guests to the proper location for pick-up
- Comfortable working as a team in a fast-paced environment
- PM Shift begins at 4 PM
- Working a Sunday Shift is a Non-negotiable (Deal Breaker)
- Open until 9:00 PM Weekdays and 9:30 Weekends, No Late Nights
Hourly Compensation negotiated depending entirely upon previous years of restaurant job experience.
In order to speed up the hiring process, should we decide to hire it would be a great idea if you had you proof to work in the US at the time of your interview. If you are not sure what documents are authorized, you can call us and ask.
Monday - Thursday we are open from 4:30 -9:00
Friday and Saturday - 11:30-9:30
Sunday 12:00 - 9:00
THE KANKI EXPERIENCE
When you visit of our Raleigh-Durham restaurants, you’ll be greeted by our friendly staff and seated at a large table surrounding one of our teppan grills.
Next, you’ll choose drinks, starters, sushi, hibachi and more from our extensive menu. All teppanyaki dishes will be made-to-order, and our chefs will prepare your hibachi chicken, steak, shrimp, salmon or scallops, along with rice and a selection of veggies, right in front of your eyes.
Of course, half of the fun is watching our chefs as they expertly chop, dice and cook your meal with the flip of a knife, providing mealtime entertainment your whole table is sure to enjoy!