Host Jobs in Florida

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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Guest Service Expert

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 9 hours ago

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

Guest Service Support Expert

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 12 days ago

Our Guest Service Support Experts take the initiative and deliver a wide range of services to make sure food and beverage operations run smoothly....

Restaurant Host / Hostess

  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago

As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of Wonderful Hospitality....

Bilingual Customer Service Specialist FT

  • Lake Worth, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Lake Worth, FL
  • 9 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....

Bilingual Customer Service Specialist (Spanish)

  • Melbourne, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL
  • 12 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....

Bilingual Customer Service Specialist PT

  • Riviera Beach, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Riviera Beach, FL
  • 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....

Bilingual Customer Service Specialist

  • Lake Worth, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lake Worth, FL
  • 60+ 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....

Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Venice, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Venice, FL
  • 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...

BL Zone Customer Service Specialist (Spanish)

  • Coconut Creek, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Coconut Creek, FL
  • 2 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....

BL Customer Service Specialist PT

  • Key Largo, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • Key Largo, FL
  • 12 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....

Customer Service Specialist UF Health Heart & Vascular Full-Time Days

  • St Augustine, FL
  • 6 hours ago
  • St Augustine, FL
  • 6 hours ago

Overview The Customer Service Specialist is responsible for delivery of exemplary customer service by greeting and assisting patients and visitors, answering high volume phone calls, scheduling...

Customer Service Specialist Lead Palm Coast Orthopedics Full-time Days

  • St Augustine, FL
  • 6 hours ago
  • St Augustine, FL
  • 6 hours ago

Overview Monday through Friday 8AM-5PM The Lead Customer Service Specialist oversees daily front end operations to ensure operational standards are met. These responsibilities, among others, will...

Customer Service Specialist - Windermere

  • Orlando, FL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 7 hours ago

Job responsibilities Answering incoming customer calls in a courteous & professional manner; resolving customer inquiries, requests, billing questions, and scheduling service; as well as welcoming prospective...

Host

  • North Bay Village, FL
  • 8 hours ago
  • North Bay Village, FL
  • 8 hours ago

Experience and Education: Previous host/hostess experience in restaurant or hospitality required. High School diploma or GED preferred. Must be eligible to work in the United States....

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Clearwater, FL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Clearwater, FL
  • 8 hours ago

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

Demographic Data for Florida

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Salary for Host Jobs in Florida

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Hosts in Florida offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.6%
Bachelor's Degree
21.9%
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 Florida
Less than 1 year
60.9%
None
34.7%
2-4 years
4.2%
1-2 years
0.2%


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