Hostess Jobs in Wisconsin

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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Bilingual Customer Service Specialist (Spanish) (Shared-Multiple Locations)

  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 60+ 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....

Bilingual Customer Service Specialist (English/Spanish)

  • Ashland, WI
  • 27 days ago
  • Ashland, WI
  • 27 days ago

The individual selected for this role will be expected to work at Store #3027, located at: 314 E. Lakeshore Drive, Ashland, WI 54806. This is a Part-Time job. Starting Pay: $16.26-17.00/hr or...

Customer Service Associate

  • Elm Grove, WI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Elm Grove, WI
  • 7 hours ago

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

Host

  • Greenfield, WI
  • 20 hours ago
  • Greenfield, WI
  • 20 hours ago

Host Host Range: $10.93-$13.19 Red Robin isn't your typical burger restaurant. We're a team filled with unbridled energy, magnetic personalities, and a passion for having fun! Host: You will be...

Hotel Housekeeping Manager

  • Middleton, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Middleton, WI
  • 1 day ago

Hotel: Madison Marriott 1313 John Q Hammons Dr Middleton, WI 53562 Hotel Housekeeping Manager Full time Atrium SPIRIT where teamwork, passion and appreciation ignite service excellence Whats In It...

Store Customer Service Specialist (Shared-Multiple Locations)

  • Mequon, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Mequon, WI
  • 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...

Host

  • Edgerton, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Edgerton, WI
  • 1 day ago

HostHost Range: $10.93-$13.19 Red Robin isnt your typical burger restaurant. Were a team filled with unbridled energy, magnetic personalities, and a passion for having fun! Host: You will be...

Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Hudson, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Hudson, WI
  • 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...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Kenosha, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 1 day ago

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

Returns Customer Service Associate (Part-Time)

  • Stoughton, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Stoughton, WI
  • 2 days ago

Meeting & Understanding Customers Returns Customer Service Associate (Part-Time) Stoughton, United States Customer Relations Part time Job Description Job ID: 288456 Date posted: 22/04/2025 Why we...

Brissago Host

  • Lake Geneva, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Geneva, WI
  • 2 days ago

As a part time Host you will greet and escortguests to their tables, maintaining courteous and efficient dining roomoperations to ensure superior guest satisfaction....

Bilingual Customer Service Specialist

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Customer Service Specialists work closely withwholesale and retail customers to determine their needs, answer theirquestions about Sherwin-Williams products, and recommend the...

Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Mukwonago, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Mukwonago, WI
  • 2 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: This position is essential to the success of ourretail stores. Customer Service Specialists work closely with wholesaleand retail customers to determine their needs, answer their...

Bilingual Customer Service Specialist

  • Oshkosh, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Oshkosh, WI
  • 2 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Customer Service Specialists work closely withwholesale and retail customers to determine their needs, answer theirquestions about Sherwin-Williams products, and recommend the...

Host/Hostess

  • Fish Creek, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Fish Creek, WI
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a dedicated and hardworking host to join our front of house team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for hospitality and organization, with experience in handling multiple...

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Salary for Hostess Jobs in Wisconsin

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

Highest Education Level

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


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