Host Jobs in Schaumburg, 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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Event Coordinator

  • Rosemont, IL (9 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (9 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 7 days ago

SECTION ONE: MCR Universal Role Standards EXECUTIVE SUMMARY CLEANLINESS and FRIENDLINESS! The MCR standard is to provide clean, friendly, well-organized and safe hotels for our guests. AREAS OF...

Food & Beverage Manager, Restaurant

  • Rosemont, IL (9 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (9 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 3 days ago

The Food and Beverage Manager at Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago will be responsible for managing all food and beverage operations and delivering an excellent guest experience. The Food & Beverage...

Guest Service Host - Closing Shifts

  • Villa Park, IL (12 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Villa Park, IL (12 miles from Schaumburg, 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 (15 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Warrenville, IL (15 miles from Schaumburg, 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 (15 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Warrenville, IL (15 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

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

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Glenview, IL (13 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Glenview, IL (13 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

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

Weekend Event Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Our client, a top-tier real estate company, is looking for a high-energy, detail-oriented individual to lead the charge during weekend events at one of Chicago's most stylish private venues....

Greeter

  • Geneva, IL (17 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Geneva, IL (17 miles from Schaumburg, 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....

Front of House Staff

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

The FOH position at MFK. includes the following: bar-tending (bar training provided), serving, running food/support staff, opening/closing the restaurant, assisting with hosting & seating....

Food Service Manager

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Fuelgood (Corporate Dining) Cafe Manager/ Job description Fuelgood, powered by The Paramount Group, in downtown Chicago, IL, is looking to hire a...

Host Person - Full Service Restaurant 1

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

Have a complete knowledge of standards of service for receiving a room service order. Have a thorough knowledge of menus and current specials in all applicable departments....

Service Stylist / Guest Service Ambassador

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Service Stylist/Guest Service Ambassador is fully versed in the FORBES service standards....

PM Housekeeping Supervisor - Doubletree by Hilton Chicago Magnificent Mile

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

As a PM 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...

Customer Service Associate - Weekend Availability

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

Restaurant Hospitality Manager

  • Algonquin, IL (14 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Algonquin, IL (14 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

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

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Salary for Host Jobs in Schaumburg, IL

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Highest Education Level

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


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