Job DetailsJob LocationThe Diner - Washington, DCPosition TypePART-TIMEJob ShiftGraveyard 10pm - 6amDescriptionThe Tryst Trading Company food group is looking for Door Persons to join our team of amazing individuals at The Diner who share a genuine passion for creating and serving great food and drinks, and who enjoy working in a place that promotes a culture of building meaningful connections with our guests and amongst our staff.The ideal candidate is personable, a good communicator, works well with others, and shares our Core Values, which are listed in the qualifications below.The Door Person position is exclusively at The Diner in Adams Morgan and is currently scheduled 4 - 6+ hours between 11pm and 6am Friday and Saturday nights. Additional nights may be scheduled as needed.Door Person duties include, but are not limited to:
- Greet and assist Guests as they arrive and acknowledge them as they leave.
- Control entry into The Diner as directed by the Manager on Duty (MOD) and in accordance with company guidelines and standards.
- Maintain order for Guests waiting to enter The Diner.
- Assist the Host with Host duties as needed.
- Alert the MOD of any situations or behavior that could affect the safety of staff or patrons.
- Have a good knowledge of store operations and our menu to answer basic questions.
- Constantly maintain a clean and safe environment.
- Assist with bussing outdoor tables, trash removal, and general cleaning as needed or directed by the MOD.
- Perform tasks or duties as directed by the MOD.
- Ensure guests have an enjoyable experience while waiting to enter, upon entering, and when departing.
Benefits All Employees enjoy: Transportation Allowances, Dining Perks, and Growth Opportunities. We encourage and foster internal promotion and career potential.Qualifications
- Must be 21+ years old.
- Must be available to work between the hours of 11pm and 6am Friday and Saturdays and some holidays.
- Strong oral communication skills in English are required.
- Additional language skills are a big plus.
- Current or prior experience in Law Enforcement or Security is a big plus.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment and restraint in high stress situations.
- Demonstrated ability to de-escalate and defuse situations.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
- Must work well under pressure.
- Must possess our Core Values of being unpretentious, fun at heart, passionate, mindful in the moment, and demonstrating an all-for-one-and-one-for-all attitude.
The Tryst Trading Company family of restaurants includes Tryst, The Diner, Open City, The Coupe, and Open City at the National Cathedral. The Tryst Trading Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our policy reflects and affirms the Company's commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all discriminatory practices.