Restaurant Host (Part-Time & Full-Time) - Eataly Eaton Centre

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 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 Managers. - 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 - 1+ year of experience in a high-volume restaurant - Basic computer skills - Excellent communication skills - High school diploma or equivalent preferredJob 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 squattingCompensation - Compensation for this role is CAD $17.60 hourly, plus tips - This position has been posted to fill a current vacancy Benefits and Perks - Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance - Paid Time Off - Paid Parental Leave - Free family meal daily - Discounts at Eataly - Classes on products and Italian cuisine - Referral bonus program - and more!