Host Jobs in Sacramento, CA

In the Hospitality Service industry, a Host is essentially the first point of contact for guests and ensures their dining experience starts on a positive note. They are responsible for welcoming and seating guests, managing reservations, dealing with queries and complaints, and monitoring the flow of guests on the dining floor to ensure the smooth operation. They are also responsible for communicating with the kitchen staff to keep the service efficient. They typically have an outgoing personality, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle stressful situations with grace.

Before becoming a Host, an individual may have held roles such as a Waiter or Waitress, gaining firsthand experience in customer service and understanding the operations of a dining establishment. Another possible role is that of a Receptionist in a hotel or similar establishment, where skills like dealing with diverse customers, managing bookings, and coordinating with other staff are relevant. Some hosts may also have worked as a Customer Service Representative, developing their communication and problem-solving skills. Depending on the establishment's requirements, Hosts may need certifications like the ServSafe Food Handler certificate or a similar food-service license.

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Amazon Locker+ Customer Service Associate

  • Loomis, CA (23 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Loomis, CA (23 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Amazon Locker+ Customer Service Associate Job Overview Youre on your way to joining the dedicated team at Amazon that makes the return and pickup of packages convenient for our customers at our...

Customer Service Specialist

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

About GoodLeap: GoodLeap is a technology company delivering best-in-class financing and software products for sustainable solutions, from solar panels and batteries to energy-efficient HVAC, heat...

Sales Associate - Guest Experience Specialist

  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Retail Guest Experience Specialists Full-Time and Part-Time Career Opportunities Our Retail Guest Experience Specialists are a major driving factor behind Bobs Discount Furnitures success and...

Sales & Customer Service Associate

  • El Dorado Hills, CA (23 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • El Dorado Hills, CA (23 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Where Better Careers Begin! Massage Envy - El Dorado Hills | 4510 Post Street, Suite 340, El Dorado Hills, CA 95682 Do you have a passion for helping others? At the Massage Envy - El...

Housekeeping Supervisor (Evenings) - Kimpton Sawyer Hotel

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 days ago

What You'll Do** As the Housekeeping Supervisor, you'll be responsible for inspecting and maintaining the cleanliness and physical condition of the hotel guest rooms, meeting rooms, hallways, and...

Retail Customer Service Associate

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Store Consultant consistently delivers a positive customer experience to all customers, utilizing consultative skills to anticipate customer needs, suggest alternatives and...

Customer Service Specialist, Franchise Tax Board

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 days ago

The incumbent will possess efficient and effective work habits, including effective time management practices and set an example for fellow employees by being courteous and professional to internal...

Special Projects - Event Coordinator (Temporary)

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 days ago

Position Summary The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary position. The Events Coordinator, under direction of the operations director...

Housekeeping Supervisor (Evenings)

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 days ago

What You'll Do As the Housekeeping Supervisor, you'll be responsible for inspecting and maintaining the cleanliness and physical condition of the hotel guest rooms, meeting rooms, hallways, and...

Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 5 days ago

This position is essential to the success of our retail stores. Customer Service Specialists work closely with wholesale and retail customers to determine their needs, answer their questions about...

Customer Service Specialist

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 6 days ago

The incumbent will possess efficient and effective work habits, including effective time management practices and set an example for fellow employees by being courteous and professional to internal...

Customer Service Associate

  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Registers sales on assigned cash register, provides customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service....

Host - West Roseville Chili's

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Role Overview Our Hosts begin each experience for every Guest that walks into our restaurants by providing hospitality and service that is absolutely Chili's....

Host

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 10 days ago

Host There's a place for you at our table. Craft your career today. You give your all to delight our Guests, we serve up the ingredients for you to live your best life....

Pool Host (Seasonal) - Revival

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 11 days ago

. + Accurately handle paperwork, stock and tidy the host stand. + Receive incoming calls, accurately book reservations for guests. + Taking room service orders if applicable. + Check floor and tables...

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Salary for Host Jobs in Sacramento, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Hosts in Sacramento, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.4%
Bachelor's Degree
22.0%
Associate's Degree
12.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.4%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Some College
3.9%
Some High School
3.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Hosts in Sacramento, CA
Less than 1 year
60.9%
None
34.7%
2-4 years
4.2%
1-2 years
0.2%


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