Hostess Jobs in Maryland

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

  • Bethesda, MD
  • 17 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD
  • 17 hours ago

Computercraft is seeking a Customer Service Specialist to join the National Institutes of Health Manuscript Submission (NIHMS) Production Team at the National Center for Biotechnology Information...

Marketing Event Planner

  • Rockville, MD
  • 17 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD
  • 17 hours ago

THE COMPANY Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are...

Host - Bel Air Chilis

  • Bel Air, MD
  • 19 hours ago
  • Bel Air, MD
  • 19 hours 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. If you take pride in providing a warm...

Customer Service Specialist

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 1 day ago

Location Name: MEDSTAR UNION MEMORIAL HOSPITAL - 30075005 Location ID: 30075005 Customer Service Specialist Location: MEDSTAR UNION MEMORIAL HOSPITAL - 30075005 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts,...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 1 day ago

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

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Bel Air, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Bel Air, MD
  • 2 days ago

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

Food Service Manager

  • Bethesda, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD
  • 2 days ago

Title: Food Service Manager Title: Food Service Manager Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to...

Food And Nutrition Host/Hostess II

  • Randallstown, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • Randallstown, MD
  • 3 days ago

Summary JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for preparing and delivering and picking up trays or patients, communicating pertinent information regarding menu preferences, delivering nourishment, taking...

Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Damascus, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • Damascus, MD
  • 3 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...

Bilingual Customer Service Specialist (Spanish)

  • College Park, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • College Park, MD
  • 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....

Host

  • Gaithersburg, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD
  • 4 days ago

Level Entry Position Type Full-Time/Part-Time Education Level High School Description Ted's Bulletin is well-known for Ted's tarts, boozy milkshakes and all-day breakfasts (which are all pretty...

Host/Hostess -PRN

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 5 days ago

The Healthcare Host/Hostess will be responsible for sanitation activities, including dishware, equipment cleaning and janitorial tasks....

Senior Sales Associate - Guest Experience Specialist

  • Cockeysville, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Cockeysville, MD
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary The primary function of a Senior Sales Associate - Retail Guest Experience Specialist is to represent themselves, Bobs Discount Furniture and its products according to the Bobs Way...

Customer Service Associate

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 5 days ago

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

Amazon Locker+ Customer Service Associate

  • Rockville, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockville, MD
  • 5 days ago

Amazon Locker+ Customer Service Associate Job Overview Youre on your way to joining the dedicated team at Amazon that makes the return and pickup of packages convenient for our customers at our...

Demographic Data for Maryland

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Salary for Hostess Jobs in Maryland

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

Highest Education Level

Hostesss in Maryland 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 Maryland
Less than 1 year
60.9%
None
34.7%
2-4 years
4.2%
1-2 years
0.2%


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