Host Jobs in Homewood, AL

In the Hospitality Service industry, a Host is essentially the first point of contact for guests and ensures their dining experience starts on a positive note. They are responsible for welcoming and seating guests, managing reservations, dealing with queries and complaints, and monitoring the flow of guests on the dining floor to ensure the smooth operation. They are also responsible for communicating with the kitchen staff to keep the service efficient. They typically have an outgoing personality, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle stressful situations with grace.

Before becoming a Host, an individual may have held roles such as a Waiter or Waitress, gaining firsthand experience in customer service and understanding the operations of a dining establishment. Another possible role is that of a Receptionist in a hotel or similar establishment, where skills like dealing with diverse customers, managing bookings, and coordinating with other staff are relevant. Some hosts may also have worked as a Customer Service Representative, developing their communication and problem-solving skills. Depending on the establishment's requirements, Hosts may need certifications like the ServSafe Food Handler certificate or a similar food-service license.

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Bilingual Zone Customer Service Specialist (Spanish)

  • Pelham, AL (10 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Pelham, AL (10 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 11 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....

Zone Bilingual Customer Service Specialist (Spanish)

  • Chelsea, AL (13 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chelsea, AL (13 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 30+ 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....

Maintenance Supervisor (Hotel)

  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 1 day ago

Our Guests Love Number of Rooms: 335 Event Space Square Footage: 32,000 Dining: Merk's Tavern & Kitchen, room service Amenities: Valet parking, fitness center, guest access to Riverchase Country Club...

Zone Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Center Point, AL (14 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Center Point, AL (14 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 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...

Guest Service - Restaurant 204707 - 794 Allison-Bonnett Memorial Drive, Dolomite, AL 35061

  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 1 day ago

Guest Service - Restaurant 204707 - 794 Allison-Bonnett Memorial Drive, Dolomite, AL 35061 at Church's Chicken Guest Service - Restaurant 204707 - 794 Allison-Bonnett Memorial Drive, Dolomite, AL 35061...

Housekeeping Supervisor

  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 1 day ago

As a Housekeeping Supervisor, you would be responsible for leading, training and supervising Room Attendants and Housepersons in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and...

Guest Service Expert

  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 1 day ago

Our Guest Service Experts take the initiative and deliver a wide range of services to make sure that guests enjoy their meal....

Customer Service Specialist - Business Revenue

  • Columbiana, AL (19 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbiana, AL (19 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 2 days ago

This front line position creates a first impression of the County. As such, strong customer service skills are key elements of this role. Work involves various accounting and bookkeeping...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Hoover, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoover, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 2 days ago

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

Kick Back Host

  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Ensures an exceptional guest experience by providing courteous, friendly guest service through discovering and responding promptly and efficiently to inquiries, requests and complaints with a +1 Service...

Host

  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Successfully adhere to Emmy's Steps of Service Working knowledge of menu and beverage offerings Ability to communicate guest requests, including dietary restrictions, to culinary staff Perform opening...

Event Planner Bradley Center

  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary Provides the expertise to effectively plan and execute events scheduled at the Bradley Lecture Center, Surgical Commons and 3Dearth conference venues.# Coordinates meeting logistics...

Host

  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details We are looking for kind and professional hosts to join our team....

Zone Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Center Point, AL (14 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Center Point, AL (14 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 3 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 - Temporary

  • Pinson, AL (20 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pinson, AL (20 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 3 days ago

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

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Salary for Host Jobs in Homewood, AL

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Highest Education Level

Hosts in Homewood, AL offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.5%
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 Hosts in Homewood, AL
Less than 1 year
60.9%
None
34.7%
2-4 years
4.2%
1-2 years
0.2%


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