Hostess Jobs in Kansas

A Hostess is an essential figure in the hospitality service industry, who serves as the first point of contact for customers. They greet guests warmly, lead them to their tables, manage reservations, and ensure that customers are satisfied with their service. A hostess is responsible for creating a welcoming environment and providing an outstanding first impression. They contribute significantly to the overall guest experience by maintaining a smooth flow of service during busy periods, handling customer complaints, and ensuring the cleanliness and readiness of tables and dining areas.

The role of a Hostess requires excellent communication and organizational skills, along with a high degree of patience. They should have the ability to multitask and handle stressful situations with grace. No specific certifications are usually required to become a hostess, but experience in the hospitality industry and knowledge of restaurant management software can be beneficial. Before becoming a hostess, a person might work in roles such as a restaurant server, a customer service representative, or a retail sales associate; these positions can equip them with the necessary customer service skills and understanding of the hospitality industry to excel as a hostess.

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Customer Service Specialist

  • Wichita, KS
  • 17 hours ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 17 hours ago

Customer Service Specialist WEX, Inc. life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement United States, Kansas, Wichita Jun 11, 2025 About the Team/Role The Customer Service Specialist primarily...

Healthcare Host/Hostess

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 1 day ago

What You’ll Do: As a Healthcare Host/Hostess at Sodexo, you are a warm-welcomer and experience ambassador....

Bilingual Customer Service Specialist (Spanish)

  • Wichita, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 1 day 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 Specialist

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 1 day ago

Description AdaptHealth Opportunity - Apply Today! At AdaptHealth we offer full-service home medical equipment products and services to empower patients to live their best lives - out of the...

Customer Service Specialist

  • Leawood, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Leawood, KS
  • 2 days 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...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

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

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

Customer Service Associate

  • Derby, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Derby, KS
  • 2 days ago

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

Housekeeping Supervisor

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 2 days ago

Property Description Get ready to join the vibrant team at Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City, managed by Davidson Hospitality Group and opening in Spring 2025! Located in the dynamic heart of the...

Customer Service Specialist

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 4 days ago

Customer Service Specialist Location: Kansas City, KS Pay Range: $18.00 to $23.00 depending on skill set Job Type : Full-Time Company : CSTK Inc. is an award-winning Authorized Thermo King dealer...

Customer Service Associate Job Derby, KS

  • Derby, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Derby, KS
  • 5 days ago

Apply Now Why Youll 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 2825 N...

Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Mission, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Mission, KS
  • 5 days 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...

Restaurant Hospitality Manager

  • Wichita, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 6 days ago

Restaurant Hospitality Manager HomeGrown debuted in 2017 and was created on the belief that if we could help people start their day with kindness, they would carry that kindness forward to others...

Customer Service Specialist

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 6 days ago

This hybrid role combines responsibilities of a virtual teller and customer support center associate to provide timely, accurate, and courteous service....

Cashier/Host - Longhouse Buffet - PT

  • Mayetta, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Mayetta, KS
  • 6 days ago

$750 Hiring Bonus for new Team Members plus $50 in gas gift cards during our onboarding process. Prairie Band Casino & Resort offers an attractive benefits package including medical (casino pays...

Part-Time Greeter

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 7 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Greeter performs various Customer Service activities, to include greeting all customers in a prompt and friendly manner, handling merchandise with care, providing information...

Demographic Data for Kansas

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Salary for Hostess Jobs in Kansas

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

Highest Education Level

Hostesss in Kansas offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.2%
Bachelor's Degree
22.2%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.4%
Master's Degree
4.1%
Some College
3.8%
Some High School
3.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Hostesss 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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