Find & Apply For Host / Hostess Jobs in Rolling Meadows, Illinois

Overview Join our vibrant hospitality team as a Restaurant Host/Hostess, where your welcoming presence sets the tone for an exceptional dining experience. In this energetic role, you will be the first point of contact for guests, managing reservations, greeting visitors with enthusiasm, and ensuring smooth seating arrangements. Your organizational skills and friendly demeanor will help create a warm, inviting atmosphere that keeps guests coming back. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your hospitality expertise while contributing to a memorable guest experience. Duties Greet guests warmly upon arrival and provide a friendly, professional first impression Manage restaurant reservations using reservation management systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS Coordinate seating arrangements efficiently to optimize table turnover and guest satisfaction Answer phone inquiries with excellent phone etiquette, assisting with reservations and general questions Maintain organized waitlists and communicate wait times clearly to guests Support the dining team by managing guest flow and ensuring timely seating Uphold food safety standards and maintain cleanliness in the host/hostess station and waiting areas Requirements Prior experience as a host/hostess or in food service is highly preferred Strong communication skills with the ability to engage positively with guests and team members Proficiency in restaurant table management systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS is desirable Basic math skills for handling reservations, waitlist management, and guest counts Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tables and guest requests simultaneously Knowledge of restaurant reservation management and POS systems is a plus Ability to maintain professional phone communication and uphold phone etiquette standards Demonstrated hospitality mindset with a focus on guest relations and guest services Familiarity with food safety practices and restaurant operations is advantageous This dynamic role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to grow their hospitality career in a lively environment. We are committed to providing paid opportunities that foster your professional development while delivering outstanding service to our guests.

Pay:

$18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off

Work Location:

In person