Hostess Jobs in Jacksonville, FL

A Hostess is an essential figure in the hospitality service industry, who serves as the first point of contact for customers. They greet guests warmly, lead them to their tables, manage reservations, and ensure that customers are satisfied with their service. A hostess is responsible for creating a welcoming environment and providing an outstanding first impression. They contribute significantly to the overall guest experience by maintaining a smooth flow of service during busy periods, handling customer complaints, and ensuring the cleanliness and readiness of tables and dining areas.

The role of a Hostess requires excellent communication and organizational skills, along with a high degree of patience. They should have the ability to multitask and handle stressful situations with grace. No specific certifications are usually required to become a hostess, but experience in the hospitality industry and knowledge of restaurant management software can be beneficial. Before becoming a hostess, a person might work in roles such as a restaurant server, a customer service representative, or a retail sales associate; these positions can equip them with the necessary customer service skills and understanding of the hospitality industry to excel as a hostess.

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Customer Service Associate

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 3 hours ago

Primary Responsibilities & Accountabilities Provide continuous attention to customer needs; greet, assist and thank customers in a prompt, courteous and friendly manner....

Customer Service Associate

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 1 day ago

The Customer Service Associate will provide excellent service to customers in a timely, courteous, and friendly fashion....

Guest Experience Specialist-JAX

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 2 days ago

The Guest Experience Specialist often serves as the face of Signature while interacting with guests, crew members, and coworkers in a professional, friendly, and courteous manner....

Cashier / Host / Attendant

  • Orange Park, FL (16 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Orange Park, FL (16 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 2 days 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....

Customer Service Specialist 1 - Contingent 187696

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 2 days ago

A client of Innova Solutions is looking for a Customer Service Specialist Title: Customer Service Specialist Position type: Fulltime Contract (w2) Duration: 6+ Months Location: Palm Valley Florida...

Host / Hostess - Oasis

  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (23 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (23 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Host / Hostess - Oasis Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 8,824 current hospitality jobs what where Host / Hostess - Oasis The...

Customer Service Associate

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 4 days ago

Apply Description General Job Summary The Customer Service Associate (CSA) is responsible for taking incoming calls on a multiple phone line system (queue) in addition to making outbound calls....

Customer Service Specialist - Per Diem

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 4 days ago

Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do, and we start by taking care of you, our valued colleague. A career at Sedgwick means experiencing our culture of caring. It means having...

Customer Service Associate

  • Orange Park, FL (16 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orange Park, FL (16 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 4 days ago

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

Customer Service Associate

  • Jacksonville, FL (2 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (2 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Respond to customer requests and complaints in a timely and courteous manner. Utilize the GREAT customer service and customer recovery model to ensure customer engagement....

Breakfast Host Person

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 5 days ago

Skills: Service minded, friendly professional behavior Suggest and serve quality food and beverage items as per standards Abilities: Multi task, remain associate and guest service centric....

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Orange Park, FL (16 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Orange Park, FL (16 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 6 days ago

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

Customer Service Specialist 1

  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (23 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (23 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 8 days ago

Randstad Strategic Accounts is looking for a business professional with a knowledge and proficiency working in the banking industry. We have a role that we are looking to fill for a contract...

Host - Orange Park Chili's

  • Orange Park, FL (16 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Orange Park, FL (16 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 9 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. If you take pride in providing a warm...

Dishwasher - JAX Int'l Airport-HMS Host

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 9 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Demographic Data for Jacksonville, FL

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Salary for Hostess Jobs in Jacksonville, FL

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Highest Education Level

Hostesss in Jacksonville, FL 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 Hostesss in Jacksonville, FL
Less than 1 year
60.9%
None
34.7%
2-4 years
4.2%
1-2 years
0.2%


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