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Restaurant Host- Eataly Short Hills

Eataly North America

Millburn, NJFull-time$17/hrPosted 3mo agoVerified open 6 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$17/hr
Location
Millburn, NJ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Eataly North America is hiring a Restaurant Host- Eataly Short Hills. The Restaurant Host is the initial and final point of contact for guests, responsible for greeting, seating, and bidding farewell to them. This role also involves maintaining the restaurant's flow during service and diligently managing seating using a computerized system. The Host reports directly to the Restaurant Manager.

Key focus areas include Oversee the general functioning of the dining room during meal service, Relay information to managers and service personnel, and Maintain an accurate, fair and up-to-date waitlist and seating chart.

Successful candidates bring 1+ Years Restaurant Experience, Availability Onsite Flexible Schedule, and Ability To Lift 50 Pounds. Important skills include Basic Computer Skills and Excellent Communication Skills.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Basic Computer SkillsExcellent Communication Skills

Qualifications

1+ Year of Experience in a High-Volume RestaurantAvailability to Work Onsite With a Flexible ScheduleAbility to Lift Up to 50 PoundsAbility to Exert Well-Paced Mobility for Up to 8 HoursHigh School Diploma or Equivalent

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
401(k) Match

Full 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

  • 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!

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