Hostess Jobs in Mississippi

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 Associate

  • Ocean Springs, MS
  • 6 hours ago
  • Ocean Springs, MS
  • 6 hours ago

Qualities of awesome Canes Customer Service Associate: Team player Excellent communicator Happy, Courteous and Enthusiastic Hard working and attentive Responsible and dependable Authentic and genuine...

Event Coordinator (Part-Time)

  • MS
  • 1 day ago
  • MS
  • 1 day ago

Who We Are: We believe a workplace food program is something employees should love and look forward to every day. Powered by technology and a network of over 2,000 restaurants, Fooda feeds hungry...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Madison, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, MS
  • 1 day ago

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

Customer Service Specialist

  • Ridgeland, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Ridgeland, MS
  • 1 day ago

budgeting, and forecasting. Provides leadership to and supervision of the ACA's accounting operations in the areas of accounting, budgeting, cash management, and fixed assets, and drive continuous...

Customer Service Associate

  • Southaven, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 2 days ago

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

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Long Beach, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Long Beach, MS
  • 2 days ago

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

Customer Service Associate

  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 2 days ago

Natureplex is a dynamic and privately held pharmaceutical manufacturer focused on transforming over-the-counter medicines and electrolytes. Established in 2001, we proudly offer proprietary...

Store Customer Service Specialist Zone

  • Southaven, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 2 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...

Smart Pit Host - Part Time

  • Bay St Louis, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Bay St Louis, MS
  • 2 days ago

WE'RE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. We're always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you'll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and...

Host

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 3 days ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. Were about loving what youre doing today and preparing you...

Host

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 3 days ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. We're about loving what you're doing today and preparing...

Hostess/Cashier - DOCKSIDE DELI

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 5 days ago

Hostess/Cashier - DOCKSIDE DELI 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 3300 W Beach Blvd, Gulfport, MS 39501 The Host/Hostess for The Dock Side Deli serves as an ambassador for Island View Casino and the outlet....

Hostess/Cashier - Beach Blvd Steamer

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 5 days ago

TITLE Hostess/Cashier - Beach Blvd Steamer DESCRIPTION The Host/Cashier is responsible for greeting and seating guests, taking reservations and listening to phone messages, seating guests, wiping down...

Store Customer Service Specialist / 2532341

  • Oxford, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Oxford, MS
  • 6 days ago

This Position is for a Store Customer Service Specialist with a work location in Oxford, MS. This position is essential to the success of our retail stores. Customer Service Specialists work...

Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Oxford, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Oxford, MS
  • 7 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...

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Hostess Jobs in Mississippi

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

Highest Education Level

Hostesss in Mississippi offer the following education background
High School or GED
39.9%
Bachelor's Degree
22.3%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
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 Mississippi
Less than 1 year
60.9%
None
34.7%
2-4 years
4.2%
1-2 years
0.2%


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