Host (1+ year Experience) - Eataly Silicon Valley at RPS North America

Santa Clara, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Part TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Hospitality, Food and Beverage, RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • 1+ year of experience in a high-volume restaurant highly preferred
  • Basic computer skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule often including evenings and weekends
  • Availability required for Saturday & Sundays AM or PM shifts
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending and squatting

Responsibilities

  • Greeting, seating and saying goodbye to guests
  • Maintaining the flow of the restaurant during service
  • Diligently and efficiently managing seating in Eataly’s restaurants
  • Overseeing the general functioning of the dining room during meal service, relaying information to managers and service personnel
  • Maintaining an accurate, fair and up-to-date waitlist and seating chart using a computerized system
  • Taking and managing reservations in restaurants that allow reservations
  • Balancing the guest flow among the service stations, taking into account requests for a particular table or server depending on availability
  • Informing guests when tables are ready, escorting them to table, providing menus and introducing the server
  • Assisting with the duties of servers and bus persons as needed to maintain service effectiveness and efficiency
  • Performing other duties as required or assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

restaurant hostingguest greetingreservation managementseating chart managementcomputerized systemscommunication skillsteam coordination

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay for the Host position?

The hourly wage is $18.20 plus pooled tips.

Is this Host role remote or on-site?

This is an on-site position requiring availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule often including evenings and weekends.

What skills or experience are required for the Host role?

1+ year of experience in a high-volume restaurant is highly preferred, along with basic computer skills and excellent communication skills. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

What benefits does Eataly offer?

Benefits include 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, and referral bonus program.

What makes a strong candidate for this Host position?

Candidates with 1+ year of high-volume restaurant experience, basic computer skills, excellent communication, and availability for onsite work including Saturday & Sunday AM or PM shifts will stand out. Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours is also required.

RPS North America

Global consulting firm for diverse sectors

About RPS North America

RPS North America provides consulting and advisory services across various sectors, including property, energy, transport, defense, government services, and water resources. The company helps clients, which range from large corporations to non-profits, navigate complex challenges and achieve regulatory compliance through a wide array of services. These services include management consulting, environmental consulting, project management, and digital solutions, among others. RPS North America stands out from its competitors by leveraging its deep expertise and global presence to deliver tailored solutions that meet specific client needs. The company's goal is to drive sustainable growth and address critical issues such as infrastructure development and risk management, ensuring a consistent demand for its high-value services.

Delft, NetherlandsHeadquarters
1970Year Founded
$31.5KTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Consulting, Energy, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Risks

Increased competition from AECOM with new regional director.
Acquisition by Tetra Tech may impact client relationships.
Internal competition from NEO Material Development Kit could cause brand confusion.

Differentiation

RPS Group offers a wide range of consulting and advisory services.
The company has a strong focus on sustainability and environmental consulting.
RPS leverages its global presence and multidisciplinary teams for tailored solutions.

Upsides

Increased demand for environmental consulting due to global sustainability focus.
Growing interest in digital transformation aligns with RPS's expertise.
Expansion of green finance offers new project opportunities for RPS.

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