Host Jobs in Minnesota

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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Retail Customer Service Specialist (Bilingual - Spanish & English)

  • Maplewood, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Maplewood, MN
  • 3 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 - Arden Hills, MN - (Full Time)

  • Arden Hills, MN
  • moments ago
  • Arden Hills, MN
  • moments ago

Position Summary: This position is responsible for a fast, friendly, and accurate transactions at the point of sale. Responsible for providing a positive customer experience to Goodwill customers....

Customer Service Associate

  • Cambridge, MN
  • moments ago
  • Cambridge, MN
  • moments ago

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

Event Host

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 9 hours ago

Preferred Prior experience as event host, hospitality, or applicable experience.Multilingual 5....

Customer Service Associate - Maple Grove, MN - DUNKIRK LANE N. - (Part-Time)

  • Maple Grove, MN
  • 12 hours ago
  • Maple Grove, MN
  • 12 hours ago

Position Summary: This position is responsible for a fast, friendly, and accurate transactions at the point of sale. Responsible for providing a positive customer experience to Goodwill customers....

Greeter/Host - PM - Full-Time - Benefits after 30 days!

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 12 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 12 hours ago

Restaurant Hosts/Greeters are responsible for welcoming and creating the first impression for guests....

Customer Service Associate Job

  • Alexandria, MN
  • 12 hours ago
  • Alexandria, MN
  • 12 hours ago

Apply Now Why You'll Love This Job Do you love interacting with people? Are you enthusiastic about helping others? If so our, part-time Customer Service Associate at Zips Car Wash located at 604...

Retail Party Host

  • Roseville, MN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Roseville, MN
  • 13 hours ago

Participate in daily store cleanliness activities including (but not limited to) sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, and maintaining cleanliness of restrooms Other duties as assigned Preferred Knowledge/Skills...

PT Retail Events Coordinator & Party Host

  • Richfield, MN
  • 8 days ago
  • Richfield, MN
  • 8 days ago

Participate in daily store cleanliness activities including (but not limited to) sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, and maintaining cleanliness of restrooms Other duties as assigned Preferred Knowledge/Skills...

Technical Customer Service Specialist

  • Chaska, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Chaska, MN
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Technical Customer Service Specialist Job Description: Why work at Entegris? Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future. Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same...

Food Service Manager

  • Rochester, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 1 day ago

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

Retail Customer Service Specialist

  • Roseville, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Roseville, MN
  • 1 day ago

At DICKS Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all...

Customer Service Associate - Willmar, MN - (Part-Time)

  • Willmar, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Willmar, MN
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary: This position is responsible for a fast, friendly, and accurate transactions at the point of sale. Responsible for providing a positive customer experience to Goodwill customers....

Part Time Greeter

  • East Grand Forks, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • East Grand Forks, MN
  • 1 day ago

Pay Range: $15.00 - $20.50 POSITION SUMMARY: The Greeter performs various Customer Service activities, to include greeting all customers in a prompt and friendly manner, handling merchandise with...

Retail Customer Service Specialist

  • Owatonna, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Owatonna, MN
  • 1 day ago

The individual selected for this role will be expected to work at Store #3018, located at: 125 Oakdale Street, Owatonna, MN 55060. This is a Part-Time job. Starting Pay: $16.26/hr or based on...

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Salary for Host Jobs in Minnesota

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

Highest Education Level

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


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