Host

STARR Restaurants is reimagining one of New York’s most iconic Italian destinations— Babbo, opening this September – just steps from Washington Square Park. We are seeking exceptional culinary and hospitality leaders to help shape this extraordinary new chapter. At the helm of Babbo is Chef Mark Ladner, a James Beard Award winning chef who earned two Michelin stars and a four-star New York Times review as Executive Chef of Del Posto. With formative experience under legends like Jean-Georges Vongerichten and Todd English, Chef Ladner brings a rare level of craft and vision. Alongside Chef Ladner’s reimagined culinary program is a wine & beverage program of great depth with a wine cellar that is the home to rare gems and benchmark Italian wine producers spanning the country from north to south.

Now Hiring: Poised, warm, and gracious Hosts to be the welcoming faces of Babbo. As the first point of contact, you set the tone for the guest experience—creating an immediate sense of hospitality and ensuring every visit begins with ease and professionalism. From managing reservations to warmly greeting regulars and first-time diners alike, you are essential to the flow of service and the lasting impression we leave.

This position offers a comprehensive package including:

• An hourly rate of $18 - 26
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Coverage
• Commuter Benefit Program
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Dining Discounts at over 25 Affiliated STARR Restaurants
• The opportunity for career advancement and growth

Qualifications:

• Poise and precision, with a natural inclination toward warmth and gracious hospitality
• 2+ year of experience in a busy/well rated NYT restaurant as a host or reservationist
• Familiarity & experience operating OpenTable or Resy reservations systems
• Ability to speak clearly and articulately on the telephone, providing information and answering questions for callers, while focusing on etiquette and conveying a sense of calm

Babbo is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.