Host Jobs in South Dakota

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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Restaurant Host / Hostess - Canopy Sioux Falls SD US

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 6 hours ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 6 hours ago

A Restaurant Host/Hostess is responsible for welcoming guests and escorting them to their seats for dining in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability...

Customer Service Associate

  • Pierre, SD
  • 17 hours ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 17 hours ago

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

Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Yankton, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Yankton, SD
  • 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...

WFH/Customer Service Specialist - Hotel Bookings

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago

Remote Online Customer Service Specialist Help Travelers Book the Perfect Stay! Are you passionate about travel and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service? Join us as an Online...

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Customer Service Specialist

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago

Customer Service Specialist Sioux Falls, SD 57193 Posted: 04/24/2025 Employment Type: Contract to Perm Job Category: Clerical Job Number: CB272824423 Pay Rate: $18-19 / hour Job Description...

Inbound Escrow Customer Service Specialist

  • Dakota Dunes, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Dakota Dunes, SD
  • 2 days ago

Updating database with insurance for various collateral. Ensures delivery of high quality and accurate customer service while maintaining solid customer relationships by handling their questions...

Host - Rapid City Chili's

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 2 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....

Food and Beverage Manager - Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago

etc.) in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability....

Hospitality Associate (Multiple Locations)

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 6 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 6 days ago

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Host

  • Deadwood, SD
  • 7 days ago
  • Deadwood, SD
  • 7 days ago

, Restaurant / Food / Cook Host Host Deadwood Grille & Oggie's Deadwood, SD Posted/Updated: 5 days ago Job Description Join Our Team as a Host at Oggie's!...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 8 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 8 days ago

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

Host-Hostess

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 8 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 8 days ago

Role Description: We are looking for passionate Hosts who create a positive impression to every guest that walks in our restaurants!...

Restaurant Host/Cashier

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 11 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 11 days ago

Perkins Restaurant is now hiring Hosts/Cashiers for our Perkins Restaurant in Sioux Falls off of I-29....

Retail Customer Service Associate

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 11 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 11 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...

Sales & Customer Service Associate

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 14 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 14 days ago

Overview Where Better Careers Begin! Massage Envy Rapid City Do you have a passion for helping others? At the Massage Envy Rapid City franchise, we support and inspire you to be your best while we...

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Salary for Host Jobs in South Dakota

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

Highest Education Level

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


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