Host Jobs in Maine

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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hostess

  • Ogunquit, ME
  • 7 days ago
  • Ogunquit, ME
  • 7 days ago

If you have a passion for providing exceptional guest service and creating a welcoming atmosphere, we want to hear from you!...

Bilingual Customer Service Specialist (Spanish)

  • Westbrook, ME
  • 7 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME
  • 7 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 Associate III - Single Billing Of

  • Scarborough, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Scarborough, ME
  • 1 day ago

at MaineHealth in Scarborough, Maine, United States Job Description Description MaineHealth Corporate Clerical/Administrative Support Req #: 23230 MaineHealth is actively recruiting for a Customer...

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Customer Service Associate

  • Gray, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Gray, ME
  • 1 day ago

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

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • 1 day ago

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

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Springvale, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Springvale, ME
  • 1 day ago

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

Part-Time Customer Service Specialist (Call Center)

  • Bangor, ME
  • 2 days ago
  • Bangor, ME
  • 2 days ago

at Bar Harbor Bank & Trust in Bangor, Maine, United States Job Description Bar Harbor Bank & Trust is seeking a part-time Customer Service Specialist working 20 hours per week to join our call...

Customer Service Specialist (Call Center)

  • Bangor, ME
  • 2 days ago
  • Bangor, ME
  • 2 days ago

at Bar Harbor Bank & Trust in Bangor, Maine, United States Job Description Bar Harbor Bank & Trust is seeking a full-time Customer Service Specialist working 40 hours per week to join our call...

Casino Host

  • Bangor, ME
  • 2 days ago
  • Bangor, ME
  • 2 days ago

and other Casino Marketing cast members Contact guests personally and/or send correspondence to invite them to enjoy amenities and/or to special events Issue complementaries based on player ratings Host...

PT Customer Service Associate

  • Belfast, ME
  • 4 days ago
  • Belfast, ME
  • 4 days ago

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS Greet all customers and provide them with prompt courteous service and assistance. Bag or package merchandise according to established company policies and procedures....

Event Coordinator (parental leave cover)

  • Stockholm, ME
  • 4 days ago
  • Stockholm, ME
  • 4 days ago

Do you want to contribute to something truly worthwhile? Become our new Event Coordinator and support the promotion of RaySearch's innovative software in the work to fight cancer. The position is...

Daytime Host/Reservationist at Scales

  • Portland, ME
  • 6 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 6 days ago

Scales, a very busy and exciting restaurant on Portland's waterfront, is looking for a Daytime Host/Reservationist to join our team....

Part Time Host / Dual-Rate Busperson/Dual-Rate Kitchen Expeditor

  • Oxford, ME
  • 6 days ago
  • Oxford, ME
  • 6 days ago

Assists in the deliverance and dispensing of items ordered by guests service orders; beverages and food. Uses equipment such as coffee and iced tea makers and soda, juice, and milk dispensers....

Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Windham, ME
  • 7 days ago
  • Windham, ME
  • 7 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...

Guest Service Associate

  • Phippsburg, ME
  • 7 days ago
  • Phippsburg, ME
  • 7 days ago

at Giri Hotels in Phippsburg, Maine, United States Job Description Guest Service Associates Phippsburg, ME (Sebasco) Giri Hotel Management LLC. Corporate office located in Quincy, MA....

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Salary for Host Jobs in Maine

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

Highest Education Level

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


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