Hostess Jobs in Oregon

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)

  • Springfield, OR
  • 13 days ago
  • Springfield, OR
  • 13 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....

Summer Host/Foodrunner Positions Available Exciting Taphouse

  • Medford, OR
  • 7 hours ago
  • Medford, OR
  • 7 hours ago

Tap & Vine is an exciting taphouse and full-service restaurant open in The Village at the Medford Center. We are looking to hire fun, energetic, hardworking and team-orientated staff. Tap & Vines...

HOST & SERVERS - Join our team@ TIGER MAMA

  • Eugene, OR
  • 8 hours ago
  • Eugene, OR
  • 8 hours ago

Looking for friendly,reliable and professional individuals to join our front-of-house team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love connecting with people, and have a passion for great...

Host - The Lake House

  • Sunriver, OR
  • 11 hours ago
  • Sunriver, OR
  • 11 hours ago

The Lake House in Caldera Springs is looking for a Host/Hostess to join the team! The Host/Hostess is the first person the guest is greeted by when entering the restaurant....

Overnight Guest Experience Host

  • Portland, OR
  • 11 hours ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 11 hours ago

. · Collaborate with other hotel departments to coordinate guest services and ensure a seamless guest experience. · Assist with concierge services, including making reservations, and providing recommendations...

Part Time - Customer Service Associate - Tool Rental - Flexible

  • McMinnville, OR
  • 20 hours ago
  • McMinnville, OR
  • 20 hours ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Customer Service Associate, you combine top-notch customer service skills with genuine care for people to help customers feel comfortable while shopping at Lowe's. This...

Customer Service Specialist 1

  • McMinnville, OR
  • 21 hours ago
  • McMinnville, OR
  • 21 hours ago

Role Under close supervision, provides efficient and courteous customer service by telephone and/or personal contact for issues that are routine or straightforward in nature....

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Sisters, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Sisters, OR
  • 1 day ago

Are you an experienced leader in the food and beverage industry? Are you looking for an opportunity to lead multiple teams across multi-outlets at the iconic Black Butte Ranch in Central Oregon?...

Customer Service Associate

  • Newport, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Newport, OR
  • 1 day ago

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

Host - The Lodge

  • Sunriver, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Sunriver, OR
  • 2 days ago

The Host/Hostess/Greeter shall strive to provide exceptional service to both internal and external guests at all times....

Customer Service Specialist - HVAC Coordinator

  • Albany, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Albany, OR
  • 2 days ago

Pace Heating & Air, Albany OR. Looking for a stable career with long-term growth potential? Pace Heating & Air is actively hiring a skilled dispatcher and administrative professional to join our...

Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Medford, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • Medford, OR
  • 4 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...

Event Coordinator

  • Brookings, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • Brookings, OR
  • 4 days ago

Manages large event spaces for rent, coordinates catering and loungeservices, hosts client meetings, and supervise special events.Part-time, very flexible schedule for the right candidate.

Store Customer Service Specialist

  • Bend, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • Bend, OR
  • 4 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...

Store Customer Service Specialist-Zone

  • Eugene, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • Eugene, OR
  • 4 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...

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Salary for Hostess Jobs in Oregon

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

Highest Education Level

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


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