How do they match: Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop

  • Assist other restaurant workers by serving food and beverages, or by bussing tables.
  • Receive and record patrons' dining reservations.
  • Assign patrons to tables suitable for their needs and according to rotation so that servers receive an appropriate number of seatings.
  • Maintain contact with kitchen staff, management, serving staff, and customers to ensure that dining details are handled properly and customers' concerns are addressed.
  • Supervise and coordinate activities of dining room staff to ensure that patrons receive prompt and courteous service.

  • Assist customers with seating arrangements.
  • Assist chefs or caterers with food or drink preparation.
  • Communicate with customers to resolve complaints or ensure satisfaction.
  • Present food or beverage information or menus to customers.
  • Process customer bills or payments.
  • Provide customers with general information or assistance.
  • Take customer orders.