Host Jobs in Kansas

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 Customer Service Specialist (Spanish)

  • Andover, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Andover, KS
  • 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....

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Salina, KS
  • 8 hours ago
  • Salina, KS
  • 8 hours ago

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

Part-time Customer Service Associate- Front Desk - HEALTH

  • Wichita, KS
  • 21 hours ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 21 hours ago

Department: HEALTH Pay: $16.87 per hour. Work Schedule: Mon-Wed 8:00am-5:30pm, Thu 9:30am-7:00pm, Fri 8:00am-12:30pm/12:30pm-5:00pm,occasional weekends or e The Customer Service Associate supports...

Customer Service Associate Front Desk - Bilingual - HEALTH

  • Wichita, KS
  • 21 hours ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 21 hours ago

Department: HEALTH Pay: $16.87 per hour. Work Schedule: Mon-Wed 8:00am-5:30pm,Thur 9:30am-7:00pm.Fri 8am-12:30pm/12:30pm-5pm,Occasional weekends or evenings Sedgwick County offers a comprehensive...

Bilingual Customer Service Specialist (Spanish)

  • Wichita, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 1 day 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 Associate - Temporary

  • McPherson, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • McPherson, KS
  • 1 day ago

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

Customer Service Associate

  • Gardner, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Gardner, KS
  • 1 day ago

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

Host/Hostess

  • Leawood, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Leawood, KS
  • 1 day ago

Hosts / Hostesses - solid pay with room to grow!...

Event Coordinator

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Summary The Event Coordinator is a key contributor to our organization in executing events that enhance our organizations image, and our brand to client experience, and is...

Retail Customer Service Associate II

  • Merriam, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Merriam, KS
  • 2 days ago

Why we will love you You have a passion for delighting customers. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you. A job at...

Event Coordinator

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 2 days ago

About This Role Employee is responsible for the coordination of all recruitment events for prospective students and their families hosted on the Manhattan campus and within peak recruitment markets....

Nutrition Associate Host

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 4 days ago

Our dedicated, expert team at AdventHealth South Overland Park provides excellent care to communities of southeastern Johnson County, with 24/7 emergency room services, orthopedic surgery, labor and...

Healthcare Host/Hostess

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 5 days ago

What You’ll Do: As a Healthcare Host/Hostess at Sodexo, you are a warm-welcomer and experience ambassador....

Host

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 5 days ago

/hostess control sheet Anticipate needs of scheduled special parties Communicate seating needs to service, bus and other host staff Cordially inform the guest about where to wait and how wait system...

Host - Salina-Hielan

  • Salina, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Salina, KS
  • 5 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 Kansas

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

Highest Education Level

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


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