Host Jobs in Naperville, IL

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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Guest Service Host

  • River Grove, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • River Grove, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Description: The Guest Service Host serves as the first point of contact for all guests and vendors visiting our gaming cafes....

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Woodridge, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Woodridge, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Customer Service Associate

  • Park Ridge, IL (22 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Park Ridge, IL (22 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Park Ridge, IL (22 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Park Ridge, IL (22 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Housekeeping Supervisor - Mt. Prospect, IL

  • Mount Prospect, IL (22 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (22 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Cleans resident apartment including but not limited to vacuuming, mopping, disinfecting, dusting, emptying trash, making beds and linen service where applicable....

Greeter

  • Bloomingdale, IL (12 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL (12 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 3 days ago

You'll manage waitlists and ensure that guests are seated in an efficient and effective manner, all while providing superior guest service....

Event Coordinator II

  • Elgin, IL (17 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Elgin, IL (17 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 4 days ago

About ECC: Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing...

Host

  • Naperville, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 4 days ago

Host Skills & Qualifications: Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written). Highly developed interpersonal skills....

Sales & Customer Service Associate

  • South Elgin, IL (17 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • South Elgin, IL (17 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Overview Where Better Careers Begin! Massage Envy South Elgin, 600 Randall Road, South Elgin, IL 60177 Do you have a passion for helping others? At the Massage Envy South Elgin franchise, we...

Host

  • Oak Brook, IL (10 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (10 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 4 days ago

If so, then being a Host at CPK may be for you! Our Hosts bring California creativity to every meal by making each guest their top priority....

Host / Hostess

  • Downers Grove, IL (6 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (6 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Host This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest’s experience the moment they walk through our doors...

Wellness Event Coordinator

  • Oak Brook, IL (10 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (10 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 5 days ago

TVG-Medulla LLC is seeking Wellness Event Coordinators (WEC) for our corporate location in Oak Brook, IL. Our Wellness Event Coordinators work within our sales department to ensure the success of...

Sales Associate - Guest Experience Specialist

  • Joliet, IL (16 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Joliet, IL (16 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 6 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...

Host/Hostess

  • Oak Lawn, IL (19 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (19 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Can perform all host/hostess positions accurately 3)Training/Inservices/Meetings: Assists with training of other employees Attends scheduled inservices and meetings....

Host - Stratford Square Chili's

  • Bloomingdale, IL (12 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL (12 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 7 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....

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Salary for Host Jobs in Naperville, IL

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Highest Education Level

Hosts in Naperville, IL 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 Naperville, IL
Less than 1 year
60.9%
None
34.7%
2-4 years
4.2%
1-2 years
0.2%


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