Hostess Jobs in West Valley City, UT

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

  • Tooele, UT (21 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Tooele, UT (21 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 22 hours ago

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

Customer Service Specialist (part-time at Sandy Library)

  • Sandy, UT (8 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sandy, UT (8 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 1 day ago

other library equipment Problem solving and conflict resolution Use software programs Perform alphabetic and numeric sorting and shelving Read, write, and communicate in English Deal tactfully and courteously...

Event Coordinator

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: POSITION SUMMARY: The Event Coordinator supports the sales department in executing the important behind-the-scenes administrative functions that keep the Store functioning...

Bilingual Customer Service Specialist (Spanish)

  • Farmington, UT (23 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Farmington, UT (23 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 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....

Food & Beverage Manager - Bambara Salt Lake City

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 2 days ago

Proper guest service requires a staff that is thoroughly trained in service etiquette, product knowledge, and makes every effort to meet the needs of each and every guest....

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 4 days ago

Key departmental contacts include Sales and Marketing, Catering, Rooms, Housekeeping, Maintenance and Guest Services....

Dining Room Host

  • Draper, UT (13 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Draper, UT (13 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 5 days ago

Taylorsville Dining Room Host Dining Room Host $14 - 15 per hour Our guests in the dining room are fantastic! We truly have kind customers. We want to hire somebody to help us return the kindness....

Breakfast Host/Attendant

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 6 days ago

Residence Inn Salt Lake City Cottonwood At PEG Hospitality Group it’s our associates that make us successful, and we believe in taking good care of them. Both full and part-time associates are...

Courier Customer Service Specialist

  • Midvale, UT (7 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Midvale, UT (7 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description: This position represents the face of Intermountain Healthcare to customers, patients, and physicians who use Courier services to transport items between facilities and...

Greeter

  • Midvale, UT (7 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Midvale, UT (7 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 7 days ago

You'll manage waitlists and ensure that guests are seated in an efficient and effective manner, all while providing superior guest service....

Customer Service Specialist I - RET

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 8 days ago

Assists individuals visiting the Office and answers incoming calls from members, employers, attorneys, and financial planners in a timely and courteous manner....

Event Coordinator

  • Pleasant Grove, UT (23 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Pleasant Grove, UT (23 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 10 days ago

Event Coordinator Department - Pleasant Grove, Utah Position Title: Event Coordinator Status: Full-time Location: ObservePoint Office - Pleasant Grove, UT Department: Marketing About ObservePoint...

Customer Service Specialist I - Savings Plans

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 11 days ago

About The Company Utah Retirement Systems provides retirement benefits for more than 250,000 Utah public employees, including teachers, firefighters, police officers, and others who serve their...

Front Office Host Full Time

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 12 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 12 days ago

Elevate Your Career at the Premier Hotel in Downtown Salt Lake City At Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City, we bring together spacious rooms, stunning mountain views, outdoor amenities, and exceptional...

Housekeeping Supervisor Full Time

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 12 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 12 days ago

Elevate Your Career at the Premier Hotel in Downtown Salt Lake City At Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City, we bring together spacious rooms, stunning mountain views, outdoor amenities, and exceptional...

Demographic Data for West Valley City, UT

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Salary for Hostess Jobs in West Valley City, UT

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Highest Education Level

Hostesss in West Valley City, UT 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 West Valley City, UT
Less than 1 year
60.9%
None
34.7%
2-4 years
4.2%
1-2 years
0.2%


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