Restaurant Host- Eataly Short Hills

Eataly; Millburn (NJ); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

401K with match or RRSP

Free family meal daily

Discounts at Eataly

Classes on products and Italian cuisine

Referral bonus program

Job summary

Eataly in Millburn, NJ, is seeking a Host to serve as the first and last point of contact for guests. Responsibilities include managing guest seating and flow during service, maintaining waitlists, and supporting servers. Ideal candidates should have 1+ year of experience in a high-volume restaurant, possess excellent communication skills, and be able to work a flexible schedule. The position offers an hourly rate of $17.00 plus tips, along with various benefits such as insurance and discounts.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Greet, seat, and say goodbye to guests.
• Manage seating and waitlist effectively.
• Assist servers and bus persons as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

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 its own theme – but all with the same aim… for our guests to:

• SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products
• EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters
• 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

Hourly rate $17.00 plus tips

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

Benefits and Perks

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