Host Jobs in West Virginia

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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Customer Service Associate

  • Charleston, WV
  • 2 hours ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 2 hours ago

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

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Fairmont, WV
  • 2 hours ago
  • Fairmont, WV
  • 2 hours ago

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

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Charleston, WV
  • 12 hours ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 12 hours ago

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

Host / Hostess

  • Huntington, WV
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • 1 day ago

Job Overview Title: Host / Hostess Location: Huntington, WV Pay - $10 - $11 per hour...

Host

  • Snowshoe, WV
  • 1 day ago
  • Snowshoe, WV
  • 1 day ago

HOST Snowshoe Mountain Food & Beverage Snowshoe, WV, United States JOB DESCRIPTION Seasonal (Seasonal) Summer 2025! Work, Play, Get Paid, and Enjoy the Perks!...

Customer Service Associate

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 1 day ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 1 day ago

As a pharmaceutical support industry leader, UBC is devoted to empowering health solutions for a better tomorrow. We take pride in improving patient outcomes and advancing healthcare. At UBC we...

Host - Huntington Chili's

  • Barboursville, WV
  • 1 day ago
  • Barboursville, WV
  • 1 day 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....

Customer Service Associate

  • Berkeley Springs, WV
  • 2 days ago
  • Berkeley Springs, WV
  • 2 days ago

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

Customer Service Specialist II (Night Shift)

  • Charleston, WV
  • 2 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 2 days ago

. + Maintains end-to-end responsibility for customers support needs providing timely, reliable, and courteous service. + Provides monitoring support and outreach for batch processing issues and errors...

Housekeeping Supervisor

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 3 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 3 days ago

Hotel Morgan 127 High Street Morgantown, WV 26505 Hotel with 85 Rooms Managed By Tandem Hospitality Group Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn Full-Time Job...

Host

  • Barboursville, WV
  • 3 days ago
  • Barboursville, WV
  • 3 days ago

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

Casino Host, Mardi Gras Casino

  • Cross Lanes, WV
  • 3 days ago
  • Cross Lanes, WV
  • 3 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Gaming is searching for a Casino Host to join our team at Mardi Gras Casino in Cross Lanes, West Virginia....

Admissions Event Coordinator

  • Fairmont, WV
  • 4 days ago
  • Fairmont, WV
  • 4 days ago

Admissions Event Coordinator Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Summary Working Title Admissions Event Coordinator Type of Position Staff - Full Time...

Steakhouse F&B Host/Hostess

  • Charles Town, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Charles Town, WV
  • 5 days ago

Must deliver ACES Guest Service to every guest during each interaction Enthusiastically supports, actively promotes and demonstrates superior customer service in accordance with department and Company...

Customer Service Associate - Customer Service Center

  • Huntington, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • 5 days ago

Provides professional and courteous customer support. Customer inquiries are expected to be responded to and resolved within established department service levels....

Demographic Data for West Virginia

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Salary for Host Jobs in West Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Hosts in West Virginia offer the following education background
High School or GED
39.8%
Bachelor's Degree
22.4%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.4%
Master's Degree
4.2%
Some College
3.8%
Some High School
3.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

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


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