Restaurant Host - Eataly Short Hills

Eataly; Millburn (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Host to be the first and last point of contact for guests in a vibrant restaurant setting. This role involves greeting and seating guests, managing reservations, and ensuring a smooth dining experience. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in high-volume restaurants, particularly with OpenTable. Join a team that values quality service and offers a range of benefits, including medical insurance, paid time off, and discounts. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for hospitality, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

401K with match

Bonus program

Free family meal daily

Discounts at Eataly

Classes on products and Italian cuisine

Referral bonus program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a high-volume restaurant as a host.
• Excellent communication skills and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat guests while managing the flow of the restaurant.
• Maintain accurate waitlist and seating chart using a computerized system.

Skills

OpenTable Management

Communication Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

OpenTable System

Job description

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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
• Manages Open Table reservations, and drives strategy to provide efficiency.
• 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

• 5+ year of experience in a high-volume restaurant as a host.
• Previous experience in managing OpenTable system, highly required.
• 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
• Strong experience and knowledge with Open Table
• Schedule: Wednesday - Sunday 12pm-8:30pm
  
  
  

Compensation: This position pays a base rate of $20-$22 plus tips

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!
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Customer Service

• Industries

  Restaurants

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