Hostess Jobs in Mississippi

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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Bilingual Customer Service Specialist (Spanish)

  • Clarksdale, MS
  • 19 days ago
  • Clarksdale, MS
  • 19 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

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 8 hours ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 8 hours ago

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

Cashier/Host

  • Tunica, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Tunica, MS
  • 1 day ago

Circulate through restaurant and coordinate activities of service personnel to provide fast and courteous service to customers. Assign bus person and food server breaks....

At Kuehne+Nagel we are resourceful, diligent, and thorough. Our work ethic is built on ceaseless hard work and dedication to our craft. If you have a relentless mindset for excellence in customer...

Host Buffet - Beau Rivage

  • Biloxi, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 2 days ago

THE JOB: It is the primary responsibility of the Host Person to greet guests in a courteous, timely, and professional manner while ensuring his/her outlet is clean, organized, and properly stocked at...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Columbus, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 2 days ago

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

VIP Hospitality Host - Full Time - Harrahs Gulf Coast

  • Biloxi, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 3 days ago

Id : 66897, Title : VIP Hospitality Host - Full Time - Harrah's Gulf Coast, Category : Sales and Marketing, RequisitionType : Standard, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...740,...

Casino Host

  • Robinsonville, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Robinsonville, MS
  • 3 days ago

WE'RE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. We're always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you'll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Horn Lake, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Horn Lake, MS
  • 4 days ago

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

Fine Dining Host BR Prime Steakhouse - Beau Rivage

  • Biloxi, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 5 days ago

Job Description THE JOB: As a Host in BR Prime, our fine dining steakhouse, you will be responsible for setting the stage for an excellent guest experience by greeting guests in a courteous, timely,...

VIP Hospitality Host - Full Time - Harrah's Gulf Coast

  • Biloxi, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 5 days ago

Ideally the candidate for this position will possess inherent customer service skills, a passion for customer care, and a commitment to proactive service and recovery as necessary. Members of this...

Host - Meridian-Valenti

  • Meridian, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Meridian, MS
  • 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. If you take pride in providing a warm...

Host - Gulfport Chili's

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 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. If you take pride in providing a warm...

Fine Dining Host BR Prime - Beau Rivage

  • Biloxi, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 7 days ago

THE JOB: As a Host in BR Prime, our fine dining steakhouse, you will be responsible for setting the stage for an excellent guest experience by greeting guests in a courteous, timely, and professional...

Customer Service Associate

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 7 days 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...

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Hostess Jobs in Mississippi

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

Highest Education Level

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


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