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Marriott Hotels & Resorts

Host or Hostess

Aurora, CO, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Temporary

Temporary

Hourly

Hourly

Internship

Internship

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Marriott Hotels & Resorts is seeking a motivated and welcoming Host/Hostess to join their team at a restaurant located in a hotel setting. The successful candidate will be responsible for greeting guests,...

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Marriott

Host or Hostess

Aurora, CO, USA|Onsite
Part-time

Part-time

$21.75/hour

$21.75/hour

Free Meals

Free Meals

Free parking

Free parking

Flexible Schedules part-time & full-time

Flexible Schedules part-time & full-time

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Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, located at 6700 North Gaylord Rockies Boulevard, Aurora, Colorado, United States, 80019, is seeking a welcoming and attentive Dining Room Attendant to join their...

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BoomerJacks

Host/Hostess

Pearland, TX, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Temporary

Temporary

Hourly

Hourly

Internship

Internship

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BoomerJacks is a popular restaurant known for its All-Star guest experience and fun dining atmosphere. They are currently seeking a Host/Hostess to join their team.

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Waffle House, Inc.

Host / Hostess

Pearland, TX, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Competitive weekly pay

Competitive weekly pay

direct deposit or Pay card available

direct deposit or Pay card available

flexible schedules primarily on busy days and shifts

flexible schedules primarily on busy days and shifts

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Waffle House, a renowned restaurant chain, is hiring immediately for full-time and part-time Host positions. With a focus on people and providing fulfilling careers, Waffle House is seeking friendly and...

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Red Robin Franchisees

Host / Hostess

Olathe, KS, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible Hours

Flexible Hours

fun and exciting workplace

fun and exciting workplace

Advancement opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Red Robin, a well-established, high-volume, full-service restaurant concept known for its quirky personality and fun dining experience, is seeking Hosts/Hostesses to join their team. This is a great...

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On The Border

Restaurant Host - Hostess

Allentown, PA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Highly competitive earning opportunities

Highly competitive earning opportunities

Flexible scheduling to support work/life balance

Flexible scheduling to support work/life balance

Extended Health Benefits (after 1 year of service and upon meeting qualifying factors)

Extended Health Benefits (after 1 year of service and upon meeting qualifying factors)

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At On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina, we celebrate bringing people together with over 40 years of providing a vibrant and unique environment where employees can work, grow, and thrive. Join us in our...

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VILLA RESTAURANT GROUP

Host/Hostess

Allentown, PA, USA|Onsite
Competitive salary range

Competitive salary range

Limited medical benefits

Limited medical benefits

Employee meal discounts

Employee meal discounts

Excellent Training Program

Excellent Training Program

Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Opportunities for career growth and advancement

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40North Restaurants, a full-service division of Villa Restaurant Group, is a family-owned, multi-brand global Quick Service and Full-Service restaurant company. The Steelworks, located within Wind Creek Casino...

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Hotel Cleaning Services

Hostess

Tucson, AZ, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Temporary

Temporary

Hourly

Hourly

Internship

Internship

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Hotel Cleaning Services is a leading provider of comprehensive cleaning solutions for hotels and hospitality establishments. They are seeking detail-oriented and diligent individuals to join their team as a...

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Four Seasons Hotels Limited

Host/Hostess

Carlsbad, CA, USA|Onsite
Part-time

Part-time

hourly rate of $18.95

hourly rate of $18.95

401(k) retirement savings plan

401(k) retirement savings plan

Excellent Training and Development opportunities

Excellent Training and Development opportunities

Exclusive discount and travel programs with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

Exclusive discount and travel programs with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

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Four Seasons, a luxury hotel brand, offers exceptional guest experiences through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. With a focus on creating lasting impressions, Four Seasons believes in enriching...

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King's Seafood Company

Host/Hostess

Huntington Beach, CA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Career development and growth opportunities

Career development and growth opportunities

Great training and commitment to promotions from within

Great training and commitment to promotions from within

teamwork and flexible hours

teamwork and flexible hours

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King's Fish House welcomes you to the House that Seafood Built, embodying hospitality from the heart and serving spectacular seafood dishes to delight guests in a world-class restaurant environment.

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We have selected the best Host/Hostess jobs in the United States — complete with salaries, requirements and benefits — in preparation for OysterLink Jobs platform’s launch.

Host/Hostess Employment in the US

The demand for skilled Hosts and Hostesses is on the rise across the country. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 425,020 Hosts and Hostesses are currently employed in the United States.

The chart below shows the fluctuation in Host/Hostess employment from 2019 to 2023.

[Source: BLS]
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Host/Hostess employment figures declined sharply in 2020 but soon started climbing back up in 2021 and 2022. By 2023, Host/Hostess employment surpassed the 2019 figures.

Host/Hostess Salary in the US

On average, a Host/Hostess salary in the United States earns $30,750 base plus tips per year or $14.78 base plus tips per hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How We Picked Host/Hostess Jobs in the US

We have picked Host/Hostess jobs in the U.S. based on the following criteria:

  1. Competitive salary: The jobs on our list offer above-average pay for Host/Hostess positions in the United States
  2. Extensive benefits: Recognizing the importance of a good benefits package, we selected jobs that offered paid time off, healthcare, retirement funds, parental leave, meal discounts, etc.
  3. Reputable employers: We focused on companies with established brands, good reputation and commitment to employee satisfaction.

Host/Hostess Jobs FAQs

Here are the common qualifications and skills employers look for in Host/Hostess job ads:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience in customer service or hospitality roles (preferred)
  • Communication
  • Multitasking
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Organization

Yes, there are plenty of courses that can prepare you for customer-facing roles and teach you more about best hospitality practices. You can find more information about those courses on our Host/Hostess career page.

Even though most employers won’t ask you for anything beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, having a relevant certification on your resume will also help you stand out.

To ace a Host/Hostess job interview, you’ll need to practice the answers to common interview questions. During the interview, make sure to be confident, calm and articulate because excellent communication skills and ability to stay calm under pressure are key to excel as a Host or Hostess.

New Hosts and Hostesses are usually trained by experienced staff. This training may cover the following aspects of the role:

  • Greeting and seating guests
  • Managing reservations
  • Using reservation software
  • Addressing customer queries or complaints
  • Familiarization with the restaurant offers, policies and safety procedures

Some common interview questions for Host/Hostess positions include:

  • Why do you want to work as a Host/Hostess?
  • What is the most important quality for a Host/Hostess?
  • Can you describe your experience working in a customer service role, particularly in a restaurant or hospitality setting?
  • How do you handle challenging or difficult customers? Provide an example of such a situation and how you resolved it.

See example answers on our Host/Hostess Interview Questions page

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