Host

Bella Italia; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 12,398,000 - 16,531,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Employee discounts

Wellbeing & health support

Career progression – Apprenticeship

Perks & rewards – wages before payday

Team celebrations

Job summary

Bella Italia is hiring a Host in our Gateshead location. You’ll be the face of the restaurant, greeting guests warmly and ensuring they feel special from arrival. You’ll bring energy to each shift, create memorable dining moments, and promote our latest promotions to help the team hit targets.

We value a friendly, enthusiastic personality and a love for hospitality. Join a welcoming team with opportunities for growth and development within the Big Table Group.

Qualifications

• Hospitality mindset and guest-oriented approach
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Warm, friendly and welcoming personality

Responsibilities

• Be the face of Bella Italia and welcome guests with a warm smile
• Create memorable experiences and ensure guests feel special
• Promote Bella Italia promotions and incentives to the team
• Build relationships with guests, handle bookings smoothly and ensure seamless service
• Help ensure guests want to return for another fantastic experience

Job description

At Bella Italia, we believe life’s best moments are sharedover delicious food, laughter, and great company. If you’re a warm, friendly,and welcoming personality who loves creating unforgettable memorableexperiences, this is the job for you!

Come and be part of the Bella Italia family as a Host!

We know that a happy team makes for amazing guestexperiences, so we offer:

• Competitive hourly pay and a opportunity to earn tronc
• A Place for Everyone – We celebrateindividuality and believe our differences make us stronger. Whoever you are, ifyou bring enthusiasm and a love for hospitality, there’s a seat at our tablefor you!
• Amazing Discounts – 50% off food & drinkacross Big Table Group brands, plus 25% off for friends & family.
• Wellbeing & Support – Our Employee Assistance Programme includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, counselling, fitness &diet plans.
• Career Progression – Fully funded HospitalityTeam Member Level 2 Apprenticeship if you want to grow your career.
• Perks & Rewards – Access to wages beforepayday, salary finance support, discounted gym memberships, and savings ontheme parks, shopping, and entertainment.
• Team Celebrations – Competitions, team parties,and even a chance to win e-points to spend on your favourite retailers

What You’ll Do as a Host:

• Be the face of Bella Italia – Welcome guestswith a warm smile and make them feel special from the moment they arrive.
• Create memorable experiences – Bring energy andenthusiasm to every shift, making sure every guest leaves with a smile.
• PromoteBella Italia – Be in-the-know about our latest promotions & incentives tohelp the team hit targets.
• Communicate & connect – Buildrelationships with guests, handle bookings smoothly, and make sure service runsseamlessly.
• Keep them coming back – Ensure every guest can’twait to return for another fantastic experience!

Who We’re Looking For:

If you love hospitality, enjoy chatting with people, and take pride in making guests feel welcome, you could be exactly who we’re looking for.

At Bella Italia, our front of house teams are the face of everything we do. From warm welcomes and great service to creating those little moments that keep guests coming back, you’ll play a big part in making every visit feel special. You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team where you can be yourself, learn new skills, and grow in confidence.

We’re proud to be an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know – we’re always happy to help.

Thinking about using AI tools for your application? They can help you get started, but what really stands out to us is you – your personality, enthusiasm, and love for looking after guests.

What’s the process?

Application → CV review → interview → offer and onboarding

You don’t need loads of experience – just a positive attitude, a smile, and a genuine love for hospitality. If you enjoy working with people and being part of a buzzing restaurant team, we’d love to welcome you to Bella Italia.

Join the Bella Italia family today and work somewhere awesome! Don’t just take our word for it we’re proud to be named in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026.