Host

Bella Italia; North Shields; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Staff discounts

Wellbeing & support

Career progression

Wages access before payday

Job summary

Bella Italia in the United Kingdom is seeking a friendly Host to welcome guests, support guests with a warm, engaging presence, and help create memorable dining experiences. You’ll be part of a bustling team, promoting promotions and ensuring every guest feels valued from arrival to departure.

Ideal candidates are enthusiastic about hospitality, enjoy chatting with people, and take pride in making guests feel welcome.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or guest-facing roles.
• Ability to welcome guests warmly and create a positive first impression.
• Flexible with shifts and able to work weekends/evenings if required.

Responsibilities

• Be the face of Bella Italia – Welcome guests with a warm smile and make them feel special from the moment they arrive.
• Create memorable experiences – Bring energy and enthusiasm to every shift, ensuring guests leave with a smile.
• Promote Bella Italia – Be in-the-know about promotions and incentives to help the team hit targets.
• Communicate & connect – Build relationships with guests, handle bookings smoothly, and ensure seamless service.
• Keep them coming back – Encourage repeat visits with attentive service.

Skills

Hospitality

Customer service

Communication

Team player

Job description

At Bella Italia, we believe life’s best moments are shared
over delicious food, laughter, and great company. If you’re a warm, friendly,
and welcoming personality who loves creating unforgettable memorable
experiences, 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 guest
experiences, so we offer:

• Competitive hourly pay and a opportunity to earn tronc
• A Place for Everyone – We celebrate
  individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. Whoever you are, if
  you bring enthusiasm and a love for hospitality, there’s a seat at our table
  for you!
• Amazing Discounts – 50% off food & drink
  across 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 Hospitality
  Team Member Level 2 Apprenticeship if you want to grow your career.
• Perks & Rewards – Access to wages before
  payday, salary finance support, discounted gym memberships, and savings on
  theme 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 guests
  with a warm smile and make them feel special from the moment they arrive.
• Create memorable experiences – Bring energy and
  enthusiasm to every shift, making sure every guest leaves with a smile.
• Promote
  Bella Italia – Be in-the-know about our latest promotions & incentives to
  help the team hit targets.
• Communicate & connect – Build
  relationships with guests, handle bookings smoothly, and make sure service runs
  seamlessly.
• Keep them coming back – Ensure every guest can’t
  wait 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.

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