Host Jobs in Kansas

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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Bilingual Customer Service Specialist (Spanish)

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Customer Service Specialists work closely with wholesale and retail customers to determine their needs, answer their questions about Sherwin-Williams products, and recommend the right solutions....

Customer Service Associate

  • Wichita, KS
  • 1 hour ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 1 hour ago

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

Customer Service Associate

  • Topeka, KS
  • 13 hours ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 13 hours ago

Job Description: Pay: Up to 20.00/hour Job Type: Full-time If you thrive in customer service and aspire to work in the banking industry, look no further! Our Customer Service Associates are the...

Savers / Value Village Careers - Customer Service Associate

  • Olathe, KS
  • 23 days ago
  • Olathe, KS
  • 23 days ago

Description Job Title: Retail Store Associate - Customer Service Associate: As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States, Canada and Australia for value priced pre-owned...

Sales & Customer Service Associate

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Where Better Careers Begin! Massage Envy Jayhawk Massage 4931 W 6th St Lawrence KS 66049 Do you have a passion for helping others? At the Massage Envy Jayhawk Massage, Inc franchise, we...

Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Salina, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Salina, KS
  • 1 day 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...

Sbarro - Food Service Manager

  • La Cygne, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • La Cygne, KS
  • 1 day ago

Working Relationships: Guest Service Associates, Food Service Associates, MU/MB General Manager, Brand District Manager, Brand Regional Manager, Guest Service Leads, Site Manager, District Manager,...

Greeter

  • Pittsburg, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburg, KS
  • 2 days ago

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

Customer Service Specialist - Now Hiring

  • Wichita, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 2 days ago

Ready to deliver world-class customer service experiences? Doing so has never been a higher organizational priority nor, for that matter, have companies ever found it so hard to find people with...

EAS Greeter

  • Willowbrook, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Willowbrook, KS
  • 3 days ago

Balance asset protection with customer service and act as a deterrent to potential shoplifters by acknowledging all customers who enter and exit our stores. Demonstrate the company's core values...

Customer Service Specialist

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 3 days ago

Patient Access Specialist/Customer Service Location: Overland Park, KS 66207 Duration: Temp to hire Job Description: Data Entry Need customer service for overflow help with other teams Accuracy -...

Bilingual Customer Service Specialist (Spanish)

  • Wichita, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 5 days ago

Customer Service Specialists work closely with wholesale and retail customers to determine their needs, answer their questions about Sherwin-Williams products, and recommend the right solutions....

Retail Customer Service Associate

  • Wichita, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 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...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Shawnee, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Shawnee, KS
  • 6 days ago

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

Host

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 6 days ago

As a Host, your primary responsibility is to exceed guests' expectations by providing friendly, prompt, and attentive service tailored to their preferences....

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Salary for Host Jobs in Kansas

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

Highest Education Level

Hosts in Kansas offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.7%
Bachelor's Degree
21.9%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.4%
Master's Degree
3.9%
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 Kansas
Less than 1 year
60.9%
None
34.7%
2-4 years
4.2%
1-2 years
0.2%


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