Entry Level Hostess Jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

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Host / Hostess

at Carlos O'Kelly's
Cedar Rapids, IA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Tips

Tips

family-oriented work environment

family-oriented work environment

Training and Development

Training and Development

Equal opportunity employer

Equal opportunity employer

Community involvement

Community involvement

Positive team culture

Positive team culture

Host / Hostess

at Thrive Restaurant Group
Cedar Rapids, IA, USA|Onsite
From $12.00 to $16.75

From $12.00 to $16.75

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Tip credit minimum wage

Tip credit minimum wage

Tips

Tips

Equal opportunity employer

Equal opportunity employer

Host

at Olive Garden
Cedar Rapids, IA, USA|Onsite
From $11.75 to $16.50

From $11.75 to $16.50

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Free Employee Meal

weekly pay

weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

ongoing training

ongoing training

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Host

at Olive Garden
Cedar Rapids, IA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Free Employee Meal

weekly pay

weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

ongoing training

ongoing training

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Host (72)

at Biaggi's Italian Restaurants
Cedar Rapids, IA, USA|Onsite
From $12.00 to $14.00

From $12.00 to $14.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive wage

competitive wage

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

meal discounts

meal discounts

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

401k

401k

Host(ess)

at Perkins
Cedar Rapids, IA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

educational assistance

educational assistance

Complimentary laptop

Complimentary laptop

Eligibility for immediate family members

Eligibility for immediate family members

competitive pay

competitive pay

Service award incentive

Service award incentive

Daily Pay

Daily Pay

Comprehensive health benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) retirement savings with company match

401(k) retirement savings with company match

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

meal discounts

meal discounts

Employee Discount Program

Employee Discount Program

Development pathway

Development pathway

College credits for manager training

College credits for manager training

Host

at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
Cedar Rapids, IA, USA|Onsite
From $11.75 to $16.50

From $11.75 to $16.50

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

health benefits

health benefits

wealth benefits

wealth benefits

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Host

at 30hop
Cedar Rapids, IA, USA|Onsite
Up to $8.10

Up to $8.10

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Medical Coverage

Medical Coverage

dental coverage

dental coverage

vision coverage

vision coverage

Guest discounts

Guest discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

employee appreciation party

employee appreciation party

Host

at Texas Roadhouse
Coralville, IA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

short-term disability

short-term disability

Life insurance

Life insurance

accident insurance

accident insurance

critical illness insurance

critical illness insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Identity Theft Protection

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Business travel insurance

Business travel insurance

holiday bonus

holiday bonus

Host

at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
Coralville, IA, USA|Onsite
Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive salary

competitive salary

weekly pay

weekly pay

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

health benefits

health benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Dining Discounts

Dining Discounts

15 Entry Level Hostess Jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA - May 2026

Browse 15 entry level Hostess jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA. Entry level roles in bars, restaurants, hotels, and venues. Many employers hire first time workers and provide on the job training.

Hiring Demand for Entry Level Hostess Jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

Employers in Cedar Rapids, IA are actively hiring entry level Hostess staff to cover daily service and peak hours.

Recent Entry Level Hostess Openings

There have been 2 new jobs for Hostess positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.

Entry Level Hostess Salary in Cedar Rapids, IA

Entry level Hostess pay in Cedar Rapids, IA typically ranges from $16,800 per year to $34,800 per year, with average earnings near $27,900 per year or $13.4 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $16,800 per year
  • Average wage: $27,900 per year or $13.4 per hour
  • Highest wage: $34,800 per year

How To Apply for Entry Level job

Apply online for entry level Hostess roles in Cedar Rapids, IA using OysterLink. Use filters to narrow your search:

  • Pay range
  • Experience level - entry level only
  • Work schedule - full time, part time, seasonal
  • Shift timing

Many listings support quick apply with a simple application flow.

Why Entry Level Hostess Jobs Are Common in Cedar Rapids, IA

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Cedar Rapids, IA create steady demand for entry level Hostess positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.

Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Hostess Roles

Frequent employers hiring entry level Hostess roles in Cedar Rapids, IA include:

  • Thrive Restaurant Group
  • Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
  • Olive Garden

Hostess Job Benefits and Perks in Cedar Rapids, IA

Many entry level Hostess jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA offer Community involvement, Eligibility for immediate family members, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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