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Host/Hostess at Miller's Ale House
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
50 percent dining privilege
fast-paced fun environment
Open-door communication
ability to advance career
health benefits
Host/Hostess at Harry's of America LLC
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $18.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
High earning potential
Excellent Training Program
Health Insurance
Paid vacation
On and off-duty dining privileges
Opportunities for growth and career advancement
food you can be proud of
Host/Hostess - Franchise at Denny's
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedule
Employee Discounts
Training opportunities
friendly work environment
Opportunities for advancement
Host at Carrabba's Italian Grill
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
From $10.75 to $15.00
Hourly
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Tips
Career growth opportunities
Paid Time Off
Host-Togo at Ford's Garage
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Discounts on meals
Retail Discounts
innovative scheduling technology
Daily Pay
Open door policy
Referral Bonus
Medical insurance
Exclusive partnership discounts
HOST at Metro Services, LLC
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
From $10.75 to $15.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedules
meal discounts
Paid vacation
competitive benefits
Free tele-medicine
Referral Bonus
Perks at work
long-term career growth
Host at LongHorn Steakhouse
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
From $11.25 to $15.50
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Your schedule
Your way
competitive pay
shift meals
Anniversary pay
home for the holidays
discounts
Host at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
From $11.25 to $15.50
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive salary
flexible schedules
health benefits
wealth benefits
Dining Discounts
Career advancement opportunities
weekly pay
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Host at Red Robin Gourmet Burgers
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
From $11.00 to $15.25
Hourly
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Flexible work schedules
Food discount
Referral Bonus
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k plan
Paid Time Off
Host at Bahama Breeze
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
From $10.50 to $14.50
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive salary
weekly pay
Paid sick leave
flexible schedules
health benefits
wealth benefits
Dining Discounts
Career advancement opportunities
Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Benefits
50 percent dining privilege
fast-paced fun environment
Open-door communication
ability to advance career
health benefits
Job Description
Miller's Ale House is a vibrant and well-established restaurant chain known for its casual and enjoyable dining experience rooted in providing excellent food, drinks, and customer service. With locations across various states, Miller's Ale House has built a reputation for being a lively place where guests can gather to enjoy great meals, watch sports, and socialize with friends and family. The company prides itself on fostering a welcoming environment where both guests and team members feel like part of a family. The culture emphasizes integrity, a relentless drive for excellence, and commitment to doing what is right, which reflects in... Show More
Job Requirements
- Arrive to work on time as scheduled and ready to work
- Follow company policies including time recording requirements
- Showcase a warm, upbeat, and energetic demeanor
- Communicate effectively with team members and management
- Complete tasks listed on opening and closing sidework charts
- Maintain clean and sanitized work areas
- Notify management immediately of potential guest or team member issues
- Wash hands every 20 minutes throughout the shift
- Support other front-of-house functions as needed
- Set up team members for success at shift change
- Ability to remain standing and walking for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 20 lbs
- Work with varying noise levels and in a fast-paced environment
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 18 years of age unless otherwise dictated by state law
- Basic reading and handwriting skills
- Ability to operate front door seating software
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
- Friendly disposition and attentiveness to guests
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Job Duties
- Greet guests warmly and acknowledge all guests within five feet
- Seat guests based on seating preference and rotate seating to ensure even workloads for servers
- Provide departing guests with a warm salutation thanking them for their visit and inviting them to return
- Support service team members in bussing dishes, sanitizing, and resetting tables
- Manage guest placement within the entrance area to enhance guest experience and safety
- Provide accurate wait times and recommend waiting options such as seating at the bar
- Maintain a neat and organized workstation and entrance area
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Posted 9 days ago
Host/Hostess at Miller's Ale House
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
50 percent dining privilege
fast-paced fun environment
Open-door communication
ability to advance career
health benefits
Posted 2 months ago
Host/Hostess at Harry's of America LLC
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $18.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
High earning potential
Excellent Training Program
Health Insurance
Paid vacation
On and off-duty dining privileges
Opportunities for growth and career advancement
food you can be proud of
Posted 9 days ago
Host/Hostess - Franchise at Denny's
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedule
Employee Discounts
Training opportunities
friendly work environment
Opportunities for advancement
Posted 4 days ago
Host at Carrabba's Italian Grill
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
From $10.75 to $15.00
Hourly
Part-time
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Tips
Career growth opportunities
Paid Time Off
Posted 9 days ago
Host-Togo at Ford's Garage
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Discounts on meals
Retail Discounts
innovative scheduling technology
Daily Pay
Open door policy
Referral Bonus
Medical insurance
Exclusive partnership discounts
Posted 12 days ago
HOST at Metro Services, LLC
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
From $10.75 to $15.00
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedules
meal discounts
Paid vacation
competitive benefits
Free tele-medicine
Referral Bonus
Perks at work
long-term career growth
Posted 14 days ago
Host at LongHorn Steakhouse
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
From $11.25 to $15.50
Hourly
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Your schedule
Your way
competitive pay
shift meals
Anniversary pay
home for the holidays
discounts
Posted 1 month ago
Host at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
From $11.25 to $15.50
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive salary
flexible schedules
health benefits
wealth benefits
Dining Discounts
Career advancement opportunities
weekly pay
Receive Weekly Featured
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Posted 2 months ago
Host at Red Robin Gourmet Burgers
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
From $11.00 to $15.25
Hourly
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Flexible work schedules
Food discount
Referral Bonus
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k plan
Paid Time Off
Posted 2 months ago
Host at Bahama Breeze
Lakeland, FL, USA|Onsite
From $10.50 to $14.50
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive salary
weekly pay
Paid sick leave
flexible schedules
health benefits
wealth benefits
Dining Discounts
Career advancement opportunities
13 Entry Level Hostess Jobs in Lakeland, FL - April 2026
Browse 13 entry level Hostess jobs in Lakeland, FL. 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 Lakeland, FL
Employers in Lakeland, FL are actively hiring entry level Hostess staff to cover daily service and peak hours.
Recent Entry Level Hostess Openings
There have been 4 jobs for Hostess positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.
Entry Level Hostess Salary in Lakeland, FL
Entry level Hostess pay in Lakeland, FL typically ranges from $21,800 per year to $37,400 per year, with average earnings near $27,000 per year or $13 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.
- Lowest wage: $21,800 per year
- Average wage: $27,000 per year or $13 per hour
- Highest wage: $37,400 per year
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Why Entry Level Hostess Jobs Are Common in Lakeland, FL
Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Lakeland, FL 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 Lakeland, FL include:
- Harry's of America LLC
- Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
- LongHorn Steakhouse
Hostess Job Benefits and Perks in Lakeland, FL
Many entry level Hostess jobs in Lakeland, FL offer 50 percent dining privilege, Vision Insurance, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.
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