Host (Full-time//Open availability a must!)

Eataly; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Eataly is seeking a full-time Host in Boston. As the first and last point of contact with guests, the Host manages seating flow and ensures a welcoming dining experience. Ideal candidates will have experience in a high-volume restaurant, excellent communication skills, and a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends. Eataly offers diverse benefits and a unique work environment focused on quality Italian cuisine.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

401K with match or RRSP

Bonus program

Free family meal daily

Discounts at Eataly

Classes on products and Italian cuisine

Referral bonus program

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Excellent communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat guests, manage dining room flow.
• Oversee waitlist and reservations using a computerized system.
• Assist servers and bus persons as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Host (Full-time//Open availability a must!)

Host (Full-time//Open availability a must!)

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Company Description

Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme – but all with the same aim... for our guests to:

• SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products
• LEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledge
  
  
  

Company Description

Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme – but all with the same aim... for our guests to:

• EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters
• SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products
• LEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledge
  
  
  

Job Description

A Host is the first and last point of contact with guests at a restaurant and is responsible for greeting, seating and saying goodbye to guests as well as maintaining the flow of the restaurant during service. A Host diligently and efficiently manages seating in Eataly’s restaurants. Reports to the Restaurant Manager.

• Oversees the general functioning of the dining room during meal service, relaying information to managers and service personnel
• Maintains an accurate, fair and up-to-date waitlist and seating chart using a computerized system
• Takes and manages reservations in restaurants that allow reservations
• Balances the guest flow among the service stations, taking into account requests for a particular table or server depending on availability
• Informs guests when tables are ready, escorts them to table, provides menus and introduces the server
• Assists with the duties of servers and bus persons as needed to maintain service effectiveness and efficiency
• Performs other duties as required or assigned
  
  
  

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a high-volume restaurant
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent communication skills
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  
  
  

Job Requirements

• Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule often including evenings and weekends
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending and squatting
  
  
  

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K with match or RRSP
• Bonus program
• Free family meal daily
• Discounts at Eataly
• Classes on products and Italian cuisine
• Referral bonus program
• and more!
  
  
  

Eataly is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic made unlawful to consider by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Eataly’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding consideration of unemployment status, salary history, credit/bankruptcy history and criminal background/conviction history in making hiring decisions. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Customer Service

• Industries

  Restaurants

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