- Location
- Short Hills New Jersey USA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Food & Beverage Service
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
About Neiman Marcus
Neiman Marcus is an established U.S. luxury department store renowned for a curated assortment of high-end fashion, accessories and lifestyle products and for creating exceptional customer experiences. The brand is positioned within the Saks Global portfolio and is recognized for elevated in-store activations, exclusive events and a service-led retail philosophy.
The Restaurant Host welcomes and seats customers, manages OpenTable reservations, supports smooth dining-room service, and maintains service, payment, and hygiene standards. The role requires schedule flexibility, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and offers a salary range of $20.79–$25.99, with starting pay determined by location, experience, and other job-related factors.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet and seat customers warmly, accommodatingly, and professionally from the host stand or entrance.
- Monitor server performance to support smooth service throughout the dining experience.
- Use proper telephone etiquette.
- Manage reservations, including VIP reservations, through OpenTable; respond to inquiries about operating hours, specials, events, and other matters.
- Organize reservations, maximize seating during operating hours, and optimize staffing and customer traffic.
- Follow established accounting procedures for transactions, accept authorized payment methods, and maintain knowledge of the POS system.
- Maintain service flow standards, including seating customers appropriately across wait stations.
- Participate in daily pre-shift meetings.
- Perform duties that may require lifting tables, chairs, highchairs, and other objects.
- Keep menus and menu covers clean and presentable.
- Maintain high hygiene standards, including a clean, pressed uniform jacket and accompanying clothing and shoes, and clean, professionally styled hair and nails that avoid food-contamination risks.
- Follow the posted work schedule and established procedures for schedule and shift changes.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Knowledge of the OpenTable platform.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work autonomously.
- Motivated and results-driven.
- Ability to interact graciously with the public and handle multiple duties simultaneously.
- Exceptional customer service and problem-solving skills.
- A “win together” mentality.
- Ability to stand, bend, climb stairs, and lift and carry 35 pounds.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Skills
Education
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Short Hills, New Jersey, USA, within easy reach of New York City.
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Benefits
Eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; basic and supplemental life insurance; disability insurance; additional voluntary benefits, such as critical illness, hospital, and accident insurance; and an employee discount. Eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package.
Culture
Neiman Marcus emphasizes an elevated, customer-centric retail culture where meticulous service and attention to detail define the in-store experience. The retailer promotes a collaborative environment with clear pathways for career progression across retail, distribution, digital and corporate functions.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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