Host

## Description

**HOST – MAX BURGER, AVON, CT**

**Join the Max Hospitality Team!**

**Max Burger,** located just over the West Hartford line (steps away from Avon Old Farms Hotel)**,** is seeking an enthusiastic and friendly **Host** with open availability to join our dynamic team in our newest location. If you’re passionate about providing outstanding guest service and enjoy creating a welcoming atmosphere in a lively, fast-paced environment, we want to meet you! Training will take place at the Max Burger, West Hartford location and we will officially open our doors in September

Max Hospitality is committed to delivering an exceptional dining experience, offering high-quality food, creative menus, and outstanding service. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about hospitality and eager to contribute to the success of our growing restaurant group.

Max Burger is known for its gourmet burgers, hand-cut fries, boozy milkshakes, and casual, fun atmosphere. With a focus on bold flavors and playful menu items, Max Burger attracts a diverse crowd of regulars, families, and food lovers. The ideal candidate will have a warm, engaging personality and a strong commitment to guest service and teamwork.

**Benefits:**

• Competitive Pay
• Employee Discount on Meals
• Flexible Scheduling
• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement
• 401(k) with matching up to 4%
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Time
• Referral Program
• Life, Accident, Critical Illness, & Pet Insurance & Disability
• Career Development within the Max Hospitality Group

**Responsibilities:**

• Greet and welcome guests as they arrive, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere
• Manage dining room reservations and coordinate seating to ensure smooth service flow
• Assist with to-go orders, ensuring accuracy and timely execution
• Provide special services for diners celebrating special occasions
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the front-of-house area
• Collaborate with the team to ensure timely seating and delivery of excellent guest experiences
• Assist with event coordination and special requests as directed by management
• Contribute to the overall positive environment of the restaurant by working well with the team and providing excellent service
• Support the team with additional tasks as needed, including assisting with training and guest requests

## Qualifications
**What We’re Looking For:**
**Experience:**

• Prior experience as a Host or in a guest-facing role is preferred
• Familiarity with reservation systems such as **OpenTable** is a plus
• Experience working in a high-energy, casual dining environment is a plus

**Skills & Qualities:**

• Strong communication skills with a polished phone manner
• Friendly, engaging, and professional personality
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a busy, fast-paced environment
• A positive outlook and team-player attitude
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage guest concerns with professionalism
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized work environment while providing excellent service

**Diversity Creates a Healthy Atmosphere:**

Max Hospitality is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic.

**Applicants with criminal backgrounds are encouraged to apply.**