Hostess Jobs in Illinois

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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Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Naperville, IL
  • moments ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • moments 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...

Event Coordinator

  • Rosemont, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL
  • 6 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
  • 2 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL
  • 2 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...

Lead Host

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 hour ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Indienne, recently awarded a Michelin Star, is looking for an experienced, hodpitality focused LEAD HOST to join the team. Please note, we are only...

Please Note: If you are a current Algonquin College employee, apply to this job via the Workday application. Department: Enrolment Services Position Type: Student Salary Range:...

The DoubleTree Hilton Chicago – Magnificent Mile is looking for a part-time restaurant Host(ess) to join our team. Come explore our urban oasis, HotHouse. This restaurant, bar, and market space at...

PM Housekeeping Supervisor - Doubletree Magnificent Mile Chicago

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 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

  • Hillside, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Hillside, IL
  • 8 hours ago

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

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Bridgeview, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Bridgeview, IL
  • 8 hours ago

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

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • West Peoria, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • West Peoria, IL
  • 8 hours ago

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

Customer Service Associate Job Aurora, IL

  • Aurora, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 11 hours 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
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lisle, IL
  • 16 hours 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...

Housekeeping Supervisor

  • Springfield, IL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 16 hours ago

Housekeeping Supervisor Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 8,829 current hospitality jobs what where Housekeeping...

Customer Service Associate

  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • 21 hours ago

Golf's Happy Place! Starting at $15.25 - $17.50 an hour. At PGA TOUR Superstore, we're always looking for enthusiastic, self-motivated, flexible individuals who will share a passion for helping...

Jr Customer Service Associate

  • IL
  • 21 hours ago
  • IL
  • 21 hours ago

Company Description NIQ is the world's leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023,...

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Salary for Hostess Jobs in Illinois

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

Highest Education Level

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


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