Host - Eataly Soho
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New York, NY, US
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Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace!
Summary:
The Host at Eataly Soho is responsible for managing guest flow, greeting, and seating guests. Candidates should have prior experience in a high-volume restaurant and basic computer skills.
Requirements:
Experience: 1+ year of experience in a high-volume restaurant.
Job Description:
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
Compensation: The base pay for this position is $16.50 - $18 + tips
