Host - Hiroki San
Method Co.
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Description
About Hiroki‑San
Hiroki‑San is an immersive, soulful Japanese dining experience located inside Detroit’s iconic and beautifully restored Book Tower. Rooted in tradition, technique, and a deep respect for Japanese culinary culture, Hiroki‑San blends the precision of classic Japanese cooking with a contemporary, design‑driven atmosphere.
The menu highlights the finest Japanese ingredients—many flown in weekly from Tokyo’s Toyosu Market—and showcases both traditional and modern preparations. The beverage program mirrors this dedication to craft, featuring cocktails built around single ingredients, curated sake pairings, and premium Japanese whiskies.
Explore the concept: https://www.taleofhirokisan.com
About Method Co.
Method Co. is a boutique hospitality company that develops, designs, and operates a portfolio of hotels, restaurants, and apartment-style accommodations across the country. With a focus on culturally relevant and design-driven experiences, Method Co. creates spaces that blend thoughtful service, elevated design, and a deep sense of place.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet and welcome guests with warmth, professionalism, and genuine hospitality
- Manage reservations, waitlists, and seating assignments to ensure smooth service flow
- Maintain an organized host stand and uphold the visual standards of the entry area
- Communicate effectively with the service team to support pacing and guest experience
- Escort guests to tables and provide menus, highlighting any notable features or offerings
- Answer phone calls, assist with inquiries, and provide accurate information about the restaurant
- Anticipate guest needs and resolve issues with grace and efficiency
- Uphold all safety, sanitation, and service standards
Qualifications
- 1+ year of experience in a host, guest services, or front‑of‑house role (upscale or high‑volume preferred)
- Strong communication skills and a polished, professional presence
- Ability to multitask and stay composed in a fast‑paced environment
- Warm, guest‑focused demeanor with a genuine passion for hospitality
- Familiarity with reservation platforms (Resy, OpenTable, or similar) is a plus
- Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay
- Opportunities for growth within a dynamic hospitality group
- A collaborative, design‑driven work environment
- Employee dining perks across Method Co. Properties
- Sick time & Vacation
- Health, Vision, Dental benefits
About this role
Method Co. is opening Hiroki San, a refined Japanese restaurant in Detroit's restored Book Tower, and they're looking for an experienced host to anchor the front-of-house operation. This role sits at the intersection of hospitality and precision—you'll manage the flow of a high-end dining experience where every detail matters, from greeting guests with genuine warmth to orchestrating seating in a design-driven space. The restaurant's commitment to sourcing premium ingredients weekly from Tokyo and crafting single-ingredient cocktails signals the caliber of service expected; your work directly supports that standard.
You'll need at least a year of upscale or high-volume hosting experience, strong communication skills, and the composure to handle a fast-paced environment while staying guest-focused. Familiarity with reservation platforms like Resy or OpenTable is valuable. The role demands flexibility with evenings, weekends, and holidays, and a genuine passion for hospitality—not just the mechanics of seating guests, but anticipating their needs and resolving issues gracefully.
Method Co. offers competitive hourly pay, health and dental benefits, sick time and vacation, and employee dining perks across their portfolio. There's also room for growth within a hospitality group known for culturally relevant, design-driven concepts. This is a position for someone who thrives in a polished, collaborative environment and takes pride in being the first impression of a thoughtfully crafted restaurant.
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