Hostess Jobs in Louisiana

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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Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 4 hours ago

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

Customer Service Associate

  • Chalmette, LA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chalmette, LA
  • 4 hours ago

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

Retail Customer Service Specialist

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 hours 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...

Host

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 5 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 5 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Compere Lapin is Chef Nina Compton's flagship Carribean-Creole fine dining restaurant in the heart of the Warehouse Arts District in New Orleans. We...

Assistant Food and Beverage Manager

  • Kenner, LA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Kenner, LA
  • 5 hours ago

The opportunity Delaware North Travel is searching for an Assistant Food and Beverage Manager to join our team at the New Orleans Airport in New Orleans, Louisiana. As the Assistant Food and...

Food and Beverage Manager

  • Kenner, LA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Kenner, LA
  • 5 hours ago

The opportunity Delaware North is searching for a Food and Beverage Manager to join our team at the New Orleans airport in New Orleans, Louisiana. This role is responsible for managing the daily...

Cashier / Host-2

  • Opelousas, LA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 15 hours ago

Circulate through restaurant and coordinate activities of service personnel to provide fast and courteous service to customers. Assign bus person and food server breaks....

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Abbeville, LA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Abbeville, LA
  • 16 hours ago

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

HoShun Restaurant Hiring: Servers, Wok Cook, Expeditors & Hostesses

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 20 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 20 hours ago

We are looking to hire positive, full or part-time hard-working individuals for the following position: - Hostesses - Wok Cook - Servers - Expeditors Experience is preferred but if you are trainable...

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Bossier City, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 1 day ago

Guest Service Ensures exceptional guest service in all areas. Ensures that all guests feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly and courteous service....

Customer Service Associate I

  • Paincourtville, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Paincourtville, LA
  • 1 day ago

Were seeking a Customer Service Associate to join our team and deliver a great shopping experience for every customer. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Assist customers with...

General Front-of-House Staff person/Host ASAP Uptown New Orleans

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for a reliable General Front-of-House Staff person/host to work 3-4 nights a week, Mondays, Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights from 5 PM to 9 PM. Responsibilities include...

Customer Service Associate

  • Mandeville, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Mandeville, LA
  • 2 days ago

Whether you have previous experience as a customer service associate, retail team member, cashier, restaurant server, kitchen lead, cook, prep cook, drive-thru cashier or any other restaurant or service-oriented...

Customer Service Associate I

  • Ruston, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ruston, LA
  • 2 days ago

Were seeking a Customer Service Associate to join our team and deliver a great shopping experience for every customer. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: + Assist customers...

Host/Hostess - Meril

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago

A Host/Hostess at Meril will perform duties during service to include greeting guests, escorting them to their tables and assisting other service staff to ensure an excellent dining experience for all...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Hostess Jobs in Louisiana

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

Highest Education Level

Hostesss in Louisiana offer the following education background
High School or GED
39.7%
Bachelor's Degree
22.5%
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 Hostesss in Louisiana
Less than 1 year
60.9%
None
34.7%
2-4 years
4.2%
1-2 years
0.2%


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