Hostess Jobs in New Jersey

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

  • East Orange, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • East Orange, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

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

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Freehold, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Freehold, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

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

Host/Hostess

  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 13 hours ago
  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 13 hours ago

Job Title: Host/Hostess Location: RWJUH Hamilton Hospital Department Name: Dietary-Management Req #: ......

Event Host

  • N Brunswick, NJ
  • 13 hours ago
  • N Brunswick, NJ
  • 13 hours ago

service PERKS (MORE REASONS YOULL LOVE YOUR JOB) Free Bowling!...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Neptune, NJ
  • 20 hours ago
  • Neptune, NJ
  • 20 hours ago

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

Host

  • Mays Landing, NJ
  • 22 hours ago
  • Mays Landing, NJ
  • 22 hours ago

Text "HIREME" to 30437 to apply now! By texting HIREME to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Outback Steakhouse. Text HELP for help or .... Msg&data...

Host/Hostess Upscale Steakhouse

  • Tenafly, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Tenafly, NJ
  • 1 day ago

New Jerseys newest steakhouse is seeking a professional hosts/hostess for part time and full time employment....

Host (Parties)

  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Provide outstanding internal and external guest service at all times....

Host

  • Short Hills, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Short Hills, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Experience and Education: Previous host/hostess experience in restaurant or hospitality required. High School diploma or GED preferred. Must be eligible to work in the United States....

Our ideal host/hostess will instill the Harvest way by always going above and beyond to satisfy our customers and creating a dining experience like no other....

Host

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 day 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...

Customer Service Associate

  • Williamstown, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Williamstown, NJ
  • 1 day ago

What you'll do: Greet and engage with customers to ensure their needs are met both quickly and courteously....

Host/Hostess (Full Time)

  • Newark, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Flik Hospitality Group We are hiring immediately for a full time HOST/HOSTESS position. Location : United Airlines - United Polaris Lounge, Newark, NJ 07114....

Trap Rock Is Seeking A Host/Hostess ( $20-$25/HR Inclusive Of Tips)

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ
  • 3 days ago

We are currently seeking a host/hostess to join our team. We are looking for friendly, energetic, highly motivated people who thrive in a fast-paced team-oriented environment!...

ROOTS STEAKHOUSE IN RIDGEWOOD, part of Harvest Restaurants (NJs premier restaurant group) is seeking a PT/FT host/hostess....

Demographic Data for New Jersey

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Salary for Hostess Jobs in New Jersey

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

Highest Education Level

Hostesss in New Jersey offer the following education background
High School or GED
39.8%
Bachelor's Degree
22.4%
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 New Jersey
Less than 1 year
60.9%
None
34.7%
2-4 years
4.2%
1-2 years
0.2%


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