Host Jobs in Romeoville, IL

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 Host - Closing Shifts

  • Villa Park, IL (17 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Villa Park, IL (17 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Description: The Guest Service Host serves as the first point of contact for all guests and vendors visiting our gaming cafes....

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Warrenville, IL (14 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Warrenville, IL (14 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

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

Customer Service Associate

  • Warrenville, IL (14 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Warrenville, IL (14 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

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

Greeter

  • Geneva, IL (20 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Geneva, IL (20 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

You'll manage waitlists and ensure that guests are seated in an efficient and effective manner, all while providing superior guest service....

Customer Service Associate - Weekend Availability

  • Batavia, IL (18 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Batavia, IL (18 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Qualities of awesome Canes Customer Service Associate: Team player Excellent communicator Happy, Courteous and Enthusiastic Hard working and attentive Responsible and dependable Authentic and genuine...

Cashier / Host / Attendant

  • Bolingbrook, IL (4 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (4 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

Guest Service: Greets guests as they enter the restaurant and offers a sincere, personal invitation to return as the guests leave. Offers assistance to any guests who may need help....

Restaurant Hospitality Manager

  • Cicero, IL (22 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Cicero, IL (22 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

Our franchise organization, Corral Chicago, dba Golden Corral, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team! At Golden Corral, we know that successful people are the...

Host - Melrose Park-Chili's

  • Melrose Park, IL (22 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (22 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 18 hours 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....

Host - Chicago Ridge Chili's

  • Chicago Ridge, IL (17 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chicago Ridge, IL (17 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 18 hours 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....

Customer Service Associate Job Aurora, IL

  • Aurora, IL (13 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (13 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Apply Now Why Youll Love This Job Do you love interacting with people? Are you enthusiastic about helping others? If so our, part-time Customer Service Associate at Jet Brite located at 1427 N....

Customer Service Specialist

  • Lisle, IL (10 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (10 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 2 days ago

We have multiple openings for Customer Service Representatives to join our growing team! If you're someone that believes in the positive impact of continuing education and wants to help ensure...

Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Lisle, IL (10 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (10 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 2 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...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Joliet, IL (9 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Joliet, IL (9 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 2 days ago

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

Retail Customer Service Associate

  • Naperville, IL (9 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (9 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Store Consultant consistently delivers a positive customer experience to all customers, utilizing consultative skills to anticipate customer needs, suggest alternatives and...

Event Coordinator

  • Orland Park, IL (13 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (13 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Offer upsell opportunities to Event Hosts after sale is closed won....

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Salary for Host Jobs in Romeoville, IL

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Highest Education Level

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


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