Host Jobs in Lakeland, FL

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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VIP Host FT

  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Must maintain excellent VIP Guest Service to internal and external Guests and network within the Resort to align with other departments for future VIP needs....

Customer Service Associate

  • Fort Meade, FL (17 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Meade, FL (17 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Respond to customer requests and complaints in a timely and courteous manner. Utilize the GREAT customer service and customer recovery model to ensure customer engagement....

Housekeeping Supervisor PM

  • Davenport, FL (21 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Davenport, FL (21 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Housekeeping Supervisor PM Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 8,775 current hospitality jobs what where Housekeeping...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 3 days ago

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

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Davenport, FL (21 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Davenport, FL (21 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 3 days ago

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

Customer Service Associate - Urgent Requirement

  • Lakeland, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 4 days ago

un Customer Service Associate - Urgent Requirement compensation: Earn between $20 and $24 per hour What You'll Do: Process and update customer orders (via email or EDI) Communicate with customers...

Host

  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Hosts also ensure Guest touch points are clean and sanitized and when the guest is done with their meal, delivers a genuine thank you as they complete their Caribbean Escape....

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Lake Wales, FL (19 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lake Wales, FL (19 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 5 days ago

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

Customer Service Associate

  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 6 days ago

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

Host/Hostess - Zen

  • Davenport, FL (21 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Davenport, FL (21 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 8 days ago

Host/Hostess - Zen Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 8,825 current hospitality jobs what where Host/Hostess - Zen Omni Orlando...

Assistant Housekeeping Manager

  • Davenport, FL (21 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Davenport, FL (21 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 8 days ago

Responsibilities Provides courteous, personalized, attentive, sincere, consistent Guest Service by responding promptly and efficiently to inquiries, request & Complaints using Guest Service Skills....

Resort Ops Host-Zone 2

  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 10 days ago

What you'll bring to the team Zonal Operation: You will work in a variety of zones across the resort, completing key functions of different areas to ensure smooth operations and excellent guest service...

Customer Service Associate - Join Now

  • Lakeland, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 10 days ago

Customer Service Associate - Join Now compensation: Earn between $20 and $24 per hour Responsibilities: Determine charges for services requested, process quotes, and arrange billing. Compare...

Customer Service Specialist

  • Lakeland, FL
  • 11 days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 11 days ago

Wastequip is looking to hire a CSS out of our Lakeland, FL location. The Customer Service Specialist interacts with customers and ensures that they have a positive experience when conducting...

Host - Champions Gate Chili's

  • Davenport, FL (21 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Davenport, FL (21 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 14 days ago

Role Overview Our Hosts begin each experience for every Guest that walks into our restaurants by providing hospitality and service that is absolutely Chili's....

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Salary for Host Jobs in Lakeland, FL

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Highest Education Level

Hosts in Lakeland, FL 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 Lakeland, FL
Less than 1 year
60.9%
None
34.7%
2-4 years
4.2%
1-2 years
0.2%


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