Hostess Jobs in Oregon

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 - Housekeeper

  • Portland, OR
  • 90+ days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 90+ days ago

Your attention to detail will leave a lasting impression on patients, visitors and staff. As you maintain the cleanliness and safety of rooms, patient care areas, offices, hallways and other...

Amazon Locker+ Customer Service Associate

  • Springfield, OR
  • 11 hours ago
  • Springfield, OR
  • 11 hours ago

Amazon Locker+ Customer Returns 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...

Host

  • Netarts, OR
  • 18 hours ago
  • Netarts, OR
  • 18 hours ago

regarding customer needs and/or complaints *Assist all other departments when requested or as time permits throughout your shift Hours: 10 - 30 per week Pay: $14.70 + Tips Job Classification: Hosts and Hostesses...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Warrenton, OR
  • 20 hours ago
  • Warrenton, OR
  • 20 hours ago

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

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Warrenton, OR
  • 20 hours ago
  • Warrenton, OR
  • 20 hours ago

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

Hamley Steakhouse Host

  • Pendleton, OR
  • 22 hours ago
  • Pendleton, OR
  • 22 hours ago

Promote internal guest service standards through courteous and respectful behavior with co-workers. Other related duties as assigned....

Hosts

  • Tigard, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Tigard, OR
  • 1 day ago

At Pastini we are inspired by the farms, vineyards and waters of the Pacific Northwest, and are dedicated to serving two of lifes greatest pleasures pasta and wine. We know that using fresh, local...

Host

  • Tigard, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Tigard, OR
  • 1 day ago

Job Type Part-time Description At Pastini, we are inspired by the farms, vineyards and waters of the Pacific Northwest, and are dedicated to serving up two of lifes greatest pleasures pasta and...

Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Bend, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Bend, OR
  • 1 day 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)

  • Bend, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Bend, OR
  • 1 day 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....

Customer Service Associate

  • Bend, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Bend, OR
  • 2 days ago

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

Customer Greeter - FT

  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago

$19.80/hour Shift Premium may Apply Immediately hiring! No experience necessary! If you find yourself bored working as a cashier in a retail store or at a call center, join our high-energy Avis...

Bilingual Customer Service Specialist (Spanish)

  • Bend, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Bend, OR
  • 2 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....

Hospitality Associate - Portland

  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago

Key Initiative: Identify and solve guest service issues through proactivity. Key Initiative: Improve guest service scores with verbal, written, and over the phone communication with our guests....

Retail Customer Service Associate

  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Store Consultant consistently delivers a positive customer experience to all customers, utilizing consultative skills to anticipate customer needs, suggest alternatives and...

Demographic Data for Oregon

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Salary for Hostess Jobs in Oregon

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

Highest Education Level

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


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