Hostess Jobs in Pittsfield, MA

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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Bilingual Customer Service Specialist (Spanish)

  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 26 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 26 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....

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Lee, MA (13 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Lee, MA (13 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Event Coordinator

  • Washington, MA (12 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, MA (12 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Title Event Coordinator Job Description Summary The purpose of this role is to coordinate client events/meetings and related utilization of the facility. The role is responsible for liaison...

Food Service Manager - Ramuntos

  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 4 days ago

The Types of Energy You Bring - You have high guest service standards and the required skills to set expectations for the team to deliver differentiated guest service experiences....

Housekeeping Supervisor-$19-$21/hour

  • Lenox, MA (6 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lenox, MA (6 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Housekeeping Supervisor-$19-$21/hour Job Details Job Location Element Lenox Berkshires - Lenox, MA Salary Range $19.00 - $21.00 Hourly Job Category Hospitality - Hotel Description Looking for an...

Takeout Specialist/ Host

  • Troy, NY (24 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Troy, NY (24 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Takeout Specialist/ Host Job Details Job Location Recovery Sports Grill Troy - Troy, NY Salary Range $15.50 - $16.00 Hourly Job Category Restaurant - Food Service Description COME AND JOIN OUR...

Guest Experience Specialist

  • Washington, MA (12 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, MA (12 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY Our jobs aren't just about giving guests a smooth check-in and check-out. Instead, we want to build and experience that is memorable and unique. Our Guest Experience Specialists...

Customer Service Associate

  • Troy, NY (24 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Troy, NY (24 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 16 days ago

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

Transportation/Guest Service Associate

  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 17 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 17 days ago

. - On the jobtraining under the direction of the Department Supervisor and anexperienced Guest Service Associate. **Education** High school diplomaor GED preferred....

On the job training under the direction of the Department Supervisor and an experienced Guest Service Associate. Education High school diploma or GED preferred....

On the job training under the direction of the Department Supervisor and an experienced Guest Service Associate. Education High school diploma or GED preferred....

On the job training under the direction of the Department Supervisor and an experienced Guest Service Associate. Education High school diploma or GED preferred....

On the job training under the direction of the Department Supervisor and an experienced Guest Service Associate. Education High school diploma or GED preferred....

Full Time Guest Service Guide

  • Stockbridge, MA (11 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Stockbridge, MA (11 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 21 days ago

Adheres to all Kripalu and Guest Services Policies and Procedures to ensure a uniform approach to guest service standards. Assists in emergencies according to Kripalu and Guest Services policies....

Guest Service Runner

  • Washington, MA (12 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Washington, MA (12 miles from Pittsfield, MA)
  • 21 days ago

Remove items from hallways and transport to service areas, including debris, room service food and beverage trays, unread newspapers, soiled linens, and trash placed near Housekeeper carts....

Demographic Data for Pittsfield, MA

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Salary for Hostess Jobs in Pittsfield, MA

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

Highest Education Level

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


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