Hostess Jobs in Elizabeth, NJ

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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Food Service Host- Part Time - Evening

  • Edison, NJ (15 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • Edison, NJ (15 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • moments ago

The Host orients patients to room service, assesses the level of participation in room service, and helps to guide the patient through the menu selection process....

Host Position Needed For Popular Restaurant In Murray Hill

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Host / Hostess Position YOU CAN EXPECT TO: Receives and records guests dining reservations via online reservation system, and walk-in inquiries....

Sales Associate - Guest Experience Specialist (Mandarin/Cantonese Plus!) in Staten Island, NY

  • Staten Island, NY (5 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Staten Island, NY (5 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Retail Guest Experience Specialists Full-Time and Part-Time Career Opportunities Our Retail Guest Experience Specialists are a major driving factor behind Bob's Discount Furniture's success and...

Host / Hostess

  • South Plainfield, NJ (14 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (14 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

Overview JOIN A WINNING TEAM! Host This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest’s experience the...

Housekeeping Manager - Evening and Overnight Shift

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Job Number 24214765 Job Category Housekeeping & Laundry Location New York Marriott Marquis, 1535 Broadway, New York, New York, United States VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-Time Located Remotely? N...

Guest Service Expert

  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Our Guest Service Experts take the initiative and deliver a wide range of services to make sure that guests enjoy their meal....

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Lodi, NJ (15 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lodi, NJ (15 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

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

Host

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Moono is a Korean upscale casual dining restaurant opening in New York's KoreaTown neighborhood. It is Chef Hoyoung Kim's follow-up to the 1...

Host

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details * Please note: This is a seasonal position, set to begin immediately, through August 30* Jupiter, a second restaurant from the team behind King,...

Host/Hostess/Cashier - Forty Carrots Restaurant, Part Time - 59th Street

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago

Job Overview: A Bloomingdales Hostess/Cashier Professional is an essential part of the customer experience and delivers on our mission to be like no other store in the world, by serving a customer who...

Hotel Operations Manager - EVEN Hotel Midtown East

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Key Skills & Experiences Three years of guest service/hotel experience with at least two years in a supervisory capacity, or an equivalent combination of education and experience....

PSC Greeter: Chinese, Mandarin And/Or Cantonese

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Treat all customers in a courteous manner. Assists patients with kiosk sign-in, and ensures accuracy of same. Contacts clients to obtain patient orders. Handles customer inquiries....

Event Coordinator- Financial Services (JM18-184225511)

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Full Job DescriptionOur client is looking for an Event Coordinator to join their team!This is an onsite role in Manhattan, and travel is required 25% of the time! You must be able to work OT as...

Hotel Operations Manager

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Key Skills & Experiences Three years of guest service/hotel experience with at least two years in a supervisory capacity, or an equivalent combination of education and experience....

Sales & Customer Service Associate

  • Warren, NJ (17 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Warren, NJ (17 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Where Better Careers Begin!Massage Envy Warren Do you have a passion for helping others? At the Massage Envy Warren franchise, we support and inspire you to be your best while we work...

Demographic Data for Elizabeth, NJ

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Salary for Hostess Jobs in Elizabeth, NJ

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Highest Education Level

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


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