Lead Host
Petite Edith is the newest restaurant from James Beard-nominated chef Jenner Tomaska & Katrina Bravo (the husband-wife duo behind Chicago's Michelin-starred Esmé). Located at the intersection of the River North and Gold Coast neighborhoods, Petite Edith just opened it's doors in early November. An elevated French bistro influenced by Midwest hospitality, the blends French technique with in an atmosphere local ingredients in a way that is unpretentious yet elegant. The Lead Host at Petite Edith is the first and lasting impression of our dining room. This role blends elevated hospitality with strong organizational skills and light leadership responsibilities. The Lead Host oversees the host stand, manages reservations & flow, supports the service team, and ensures every guest feels genuinely welcomed & cared for from arrival to departure. \ This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a guest-facing role, has strong situational awareness, and enjoys being a calm, polished presence in a fast-paced environment. What we're looking for:
- 1+ years of hosting experience in an upscale casual or fine dining environment.
- Previous lead host or supervisory experience is strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with reservation platforms such as Resy or OpenTable
- Ability to handle a busy service with grace & positivity
- Strong work ethic & attention to detail
- Friendly, professional & reliable team players
- Strong communication & hospitality skills
- Comfortable giving direction and feedback to peers
- Team-oriented with a service-first mindset
- Ability to work evenings & weekends is required.
- Opportunities to grow within a new restaurant group
- Ability to learn and build under the team behind Michelin-Starred Esme'
- Full or Part Time hours available
- Submit your resume directly through Culinary Agents or email [email protected] with your name, position you are applying for and resume
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