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House of Blues Restaurant Host- TRAX in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Job Summary:
WHO ARE WE?
Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 500 million tickets sold annually and more than 12,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 40,000 shows and 100+ festivals annually for nearly 4,000 artists in over 40 countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect over 1,000 brands with the 98 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com .
Live Nation’s Concerts Division is where tours are born, artists come to life, and fans get to experience the rush of live music. From our dozens of owned/operated Amphitheaters to our Global Touring team, from Ticketing and Venue Operations to Marketing and Sales... we foster a fun and upbeat work culture with no shortage of opportunities. With perks ranging from free concert tickets to dog-friendly offices, to progressive benefits like student loan reimbursement and adoption/fertility support... it’s no wonder we are certified as a Great Place to Work organization and one of People Magazine’s “50 Companies that Care”. We want everyone to feel like they belong and can thrive in our community, so we strive to help you achieve your career and personal goals. Live music is our passion and where we find our common ground. There has never been a better time to join Live Nation.
WHO ARE YOU?
Passionate and motivated. Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed. At Live Nation Entertainment, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on!
WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO
Understand the HOB Hospitality Zone
Greet all guests promptly and courteously in a professional manner
Control the flow of guests coming into the restaurant and those who are waiting for a table
Obtain guests’ names, number in party, physical description, arrival times and any needs for children when applicable
Direct guest to an appropriate location when on a wait
Utilizing the HOB reservation system, estimate and quote accurate wait times for tables
Show guests to tables, place menu in guest hands, wait for guest to be seated before leaving the table
Anticipate and respond to guest needs (guest satisfaction)
Market current and future shows, menu items and retail by placing all marketing literature on dining tables
Properly answer guest questions regarding the menu, music hall, events, related art, music, history and artists appearing at the House
Thank each guest for visiting the House and invite him/her to return in a friendly and sincere manner
Communicate to door host, kitchen and Manager on Duty the wait time, parties of eight (8) or more, and any planned special event; any and all information is necessary to ensure proper flow
Communicate to kitchen when large parties and special event parties have been seated
Keep host area clean and organized throughout the shift (shift mechanics)
Keep floor in host area free of spills, food, trash or other obstacles
Polish and clean all entry door windows throughout the shift
Maintain HOB safety and sanitation standards
Assist other employees and departments as needed (teamwork)
Adherence to standard operating procedures
Required to occasionally work Special Events that are scheduled throughout the venue
WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING
Required :
High School Diploma
Working knowledge of restaurant operations, seating procedures, guest relations, problem solving
Skill in diplomacy, handling multiple tasks, verbal skills, organizational skills, and interpersonal skills
Ability to diffuse possibly volatile situations with tact and diplomacy
Ability to seat guests in a high-volume restaurant at a pace that maximizes efficiency of service and performance of overall operations
Ability to adhere to the HOB uniform and appearance policy
Efficient in basic computer skills
Flexible availability- Position may require days, nights, weekends and holidays
Preferred:
High skill level of Open Table and/or other reservation software
Point of Sales (POS) knowledge, preferable MICROS
Previous Customer Service/ Host experience
Skilled in interpersonal communication and teamwork
Physical Demands/Working Environment:
Working environment is fast-paced , often loud and stressful
Position requires extended periods of prolonged standing and working on your feet
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It’s talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.
About Us
Recognized three years in a row by Great Place to Work® and named one of People Magazine’s top 50 Companies that Care, Live Nation Entertainment is the global leader in live entertainment and ticketing. Our world-class portfolio reaches all aspects of the live event and ticketing industry, from ground-breaking software in Ticketmaster, mix of legendary venues and restaurants in House of Blues, production leaders in Concerts, exceptional brand partnerships in Media & Sponsorship, and unparalleled team of artist managers in Artist Nation supported by diverse professionals in all facets of Corporate operations.
We recognize that our most important assets are our employees, the rock stars who keep the live experience going. Generous vacation, healthcare, and retirement benefits are just some of the great perks we offer to support our global workforce of more than 38,000. For any stage in your career, our many unique benefit programs are designed to help you live life to the fullest. We offer student loan repayment to support recent grads, six months of paid caregiver leave to support new parents, perks like Roadie Babies (bring your little ones & a caretaker along with you on work trips) and Music @ Home (stipend to cultivate your little ones’ music interest), and tuition reimbursement to fuel your ongoing professional development. Plus, working for the world's largest live event and ticketing company means you'll have access to free concerts, festivals, sports games, and more through our exclusive employee ticket concierge.
There is no bigger stage for your career. See what your future looks like at Live Nation Entertainment.