Hostess Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

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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Restaurant Host

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description This position will ensure all guests are greeted and seated in a friendly and courteous manner....

Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 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...

Bilingual Customer Service Specialist (Spanish)

  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 7 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....

Guest Experience Specialist - CHO

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 7 days ago

**Additional essential knowledge and skills:** + **Hospitality Skills:** Excellent guest service skills with an energetic, outgoing, and guest-obsessed personality....

Part Time Host - Kimpton The Forum Hotel

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 7 days ago

. + Taking room service orders if applicable. + Check floor and tables for accuracy and cleanliness, assist in bussing tables. + Help servers by refilling beverages when needed. + Perform other restaurant...

Host

  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 7 days ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL** What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like + **Care beyond the table** At Cracker Barrel, we serve up care for you, so you can serve up care for our guests. Its...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Verona, VA (24 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Verona, VA (24 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 10 days ago

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

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Verona, VA (24 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Verona, VA (24 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 10 days ago

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

Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 11 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...

Customer Service Associate

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 16 days ago

The Customer Service Associate provides customer service that is above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention creating a culture of empowerment for employees to provide excellent...

Customer Service Associate

  • Charlottesville, VA (8 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA (8 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 16 days ago

Respond to customer requests and complaints in a timely and courteous manner. Utilize the GREAT customer service and customer recovery model to ensure customer engagement....

Host

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 21 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 21 days 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 .......

Host

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 28 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 28 days ago

Host CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA Description JOB OVERVIEW Provide exceptional guest service by greeting, receiving and seating guests, handling telephone calls, taking reservations, satisfying guest needs and...

Program and Event Coordinator

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 29 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 29 days ago

The Office of Undergraduate Education at the University of Virginia's (UVA) College of Arts & Sciences seeks applications for a Program and Event Coordinator. The Office of Undergraduate Education...

Host

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Open interviews conducted daily - Walk-ins are Welcome Hiring Immediately We value Gracious Hospitality in everything we do, it starts with you! Our team members are the not-so-secret...

Demographic Data for Charlottesville, VA

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Salary for Hostess Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

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Highest Education Level

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


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