Responsibilities :
· Greet and welcome guests upon arrival, providing a warm and friendly introduction to the restaurant.
· Manage reservations and seating arrangements, ensuring efficient use of available tables and accommodating guest preferences whenever possible.
· Maintain a tidy and organized reception area, including cleaning and sanitizing surfaces, organizing menus, and ensuring promotional materials are up to date.
· Answer phone calls and respond to inquiries in a professional and courteous manner, providing information about menu options, reservations, and restaurant policies.
· Assist in administrative tasks, such as managing guest feedback, updating reservation systems, and compiling reports as needed.
· Communicate effectively with the serving staff to ensure smooth coordination of guest seating and service.
· Monitor the waiting area and manage guest expectations by providing accurate wait times and offering alternatives if necessary.
· Handle guest complaints or issues promptly and professionally, seeking to resolve them to the guest's satisfaction. Divert such complaints or issues to General Manager / Floor Manager immediately.
· Collaborate with management to implement strategies for improving guest satisfaction and enhancing the overall dining experience.
· Uphold the restaurant's standards for cleanliness, hygiene, and safety in all aspects of reception and guest service.
· Adhere strictly to standard operating procedures (SOP) for phone conversations. (Please refer attached SOP)
· Place reminder calls to each guest on the day of their reservation, delivering a warm greeting and confirming their attendance for better service.
· Monitor and adjust the volume of background music to maintain a pleasant ambiance.
· Ensure mosquito sticks are placed in the evening for guest comfort.
· Check the placement of fans and maintain a neat appearance in the reception area.
· Send reservation confirmation messages to guests to confirm their booking.
· Provide guidance and training to dedicated staff members on telephone operations in your absence.
· Maintain personal appearance (Refer attached SOP)
· Coordinate with housekeeping staff to ensure all sections are prepared and ready for use.
· Offer welcome drinks to guests in the waiting area to enhance their experience.
· Encourage guests to leave positive reviews on platforms such as Google or Zomato.
· Seat guests in specific sections to optimize service efficiency during low rush times unless they have specified a preference.
· Escort guests to their tables personally and ensure table setups meet the standard ( Refer attached SOP for Table set up)
· Refrain from engaging in arguments with guests; escalate any issues to the General Manager if necessary.