Hostess Jobs in Knoxville, TN

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

  • Pigeon Forge, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pigeon Forge, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 3 days ago

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

Assistant Food Service Manager

  • Maryville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Maryville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Essential Job Functions: Ensure efficient and courteous customer service at all times in support of the company mission to "Run the Best Store in Town!"...

PartTime Customer Service Associate Pro Weekend

  • Alcoa, TN (11 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Alcoa, TN (11 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 5 days ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Customer Service Associate, you combine top-notch customer service skills with genuine care for people to help customers feel comfortable while shopping at Lowe's. This...

Retail Customer Service Specialist

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 5 days ago

House of Sport by DICK'S Sporting Goods is more than just a store. It is a destination, an experience, a place where athletes can experiment and play. A retail store devoted to sport where our...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Seymour, TN (12 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Seymour, TN (12 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 5 days ago

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

Breakfast Host Person

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 6 days ago

Skills: Service minded, friendly professional behavior Suggest and serve quality food and beverage items as per standards Abilities: Multi task, remain associate and guest service centric....

Customer Service Associate Job

  • Sevierville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sevierville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 6 days ago

Apply Now Why You'll Love This Job Do you love interacting with people? Are you enthusiastic about helping others? If so our, part-time Customer Service Associate at Zips Car Wash located at 994...

WindRiver Lakefront & Golf Community/Lenoir City, TN - Food & Beverage Manager

  • Lenoir City, TN (23 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lenoir City, TN (23 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 7 days ago

Responsibilities SUPERVISORY Supervises the Executive Chef and by extension the culinary team Responsible for all service-related staff including restaurant supervisors, bartenders, runners, hostesses...

Customer Service Associate Job Maryville, TN

  • Maryville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Maryville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 9 days ago

Apply Now Why Youll Love This Job Do you love interacting with people? Are you enthusiastic about helping others? If so our, full-time Customer Service Associate at Zips Car Wash located at 1106...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Powell, TN (10 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Powell, TN (10 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 10 days ago

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

Special Events Coordinator

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 10 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 10 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description JOB SUMMARY: The Special Events Coordinator plans and implements programs and activities for youth, adults, and families, and the community. Programs and activities...

Host (Powell)

  • Powell, TN (10 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Powell, TN (10 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 14 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...

Host

  • Farragut, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Farragut, TN
  • 15 days ago

WE ARE LONGHORN. Legendary food and service begins with legendary people. We believe in earning the loyalty of our Team Members with our strong, diverse culture, well-done benefits and growth...

Host (Powell)

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 16 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 16 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...

Host

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 17 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 17 days ago

Required Years of Experience 0-1 years Job Details The Osteria Stella team is looking for a part-time host with open availability. Starting pay is $15/hr plus tip out. If youre good at taking...

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Salary for Hostess Jobs in Knoxville, TN

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

Highest Education Level

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


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