VIP Host - TAO Nightclub Chicago at Tao Group… · Chicago

VIP HOST - TAO NIGHTCLUB CHICAGO Location: Chicago, IL, United States Part-time team members who meet the requirements are eligible for:  • State Applicable Time Off • Pet Insurance • 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match • Employee Assistance Program • TAO Savings Marketplace • Employee Discounts and much more!      The VIP Marketing Host generates revenue through the development and servicing of relationships with existing and potential target guests.  The position facilitates all guest reservation requests promptly and without error, ensures guests are aware of events and supports the execution of them, maintains a high level of visibility throughout the facility, and builds guest loyalty by exceeding all expectations in service and dependability. The position will report to all scheduled duties in a timely manner and collaborate with all departments to ensure total guest satisfaction.     ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:  • Sell and maintain VIP table reservations/ guest list at assigned branded location  • All VIP table reservations must be entered into the company system including the guest’s full name, cell number, and email address at branded location.  (Reservations without complete information will not be counted towards the minimum requirements and individual commissions will not be paid)  • All assigned data collection, marketing, and social media tasks must be completed per management’s requests  • Maintain professionalism at the workplace and with co-workers and patrons  • Alert and get approval for all breaks, leave of rotation, or duties which you cannot perform at the time they were assigned to you  • Maintain a consistent and high level of guest list productivity  • Be attentive to all company-related events and upcoming venues and changes  • Responsible for maintaining the workstation/podium in a neat and orderly fashion  • Maintain and promote a friendly atmosphere for customers and staff  • Provide customers with information and directions  • Inform management of any complaint, comments, or incident  • Appear in dress code for all shifts at your scheduled time  • Comply with cross-promotion of all venues and when needed  • Not to give Company collateral or business cards to any questionable or known individuals who sell collateral or misrepresent the company.    • Assists and/ or completes additional tasks as assigned  • Must promote Tao Group Restaurants to all guests prior to visiting the nightclub to meet stated revenue goals per position  • Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned    TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:  • Tao Group Hospitality in-venue VIP Marketing Host training    EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:  • Experience in hospitality or equivalent related Tao Group Hospitality experience preferred  • Experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge preferred   SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE   The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions  • Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate  • Must have good positive energy throughout the day  • Must be able to print legibly for Team Members, management, and guests to read  • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time  • Must be able to move quickly   • Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance  • Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume  • May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required  • Exposure to cleaning materials  • May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required  • Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment  • Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards  • Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner  • Ability to maintain confidentiality  • Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment    An artificial intelligence (AI) tool developed and provided by Gofriendshop, Inc. d/b/a Landed, known as the LANDED Platform, is employed in the assessment of applicants for the positions being recruited in order to gauge the following pertinent qualifications or traits: •  The candidate’s ability to perform the tasks in the available job role. •  The candidate's self-rated skill proficiency. •  The candidate’s fit for this job posting. The use of AI technology is used to converse with candidates for hourly employment positions, screen based on the position’s pre-set criteria, and schedule interviews. The AI system collects and processes personal information from candidate resumes and candidate responses to screening questions. The candidate may ask any questions about the AI tool and how we use it, and/or request an alternative selection process or reasonable accommodation if desired, by emailing the employer directly at careers@taogroup.com. ABOUT TAO GROUP HOSPITALITY   Tao Group Hospitality delivers distinctive culinary and premium entertainment experiences through its portfolio of restaurants, nightclubs, lounges, and daylife venues. The company operates branded locations across the globe, featuring a collection of widely recognized hospitality brands including TAO, OMNIA, Marquee, LAVO, Beauty & Essex, Cathédrale, Little Sister, The Highlight Room, Sake No Hana, KOMA, Avenue, Fleur Room, JEWEL, and more. Tao Group Hospitality is part of Mohari Hospitality, an investment firm focused on the luxury lifestyle and hospitality sectors. With over 25 years of industry experience, Tao Group Hospitality consistently sets the bar for guest experiences by delivering unforgettable entertainment with innovation and creativity at the core. The company strives to exceed expectations and continually reinvent the future of hospitality through its owned operations as well as joint venture and managed properties.