How long does it take to become a Hostess?

1. Bus Tables -- Greet guest, welcome them into the restaurant and seat the guest, help bus tables and keep the restaurant clean.

2. Seat Guests -- Seat customers, organize seating arrangements, answer telephones

3. Customer Service -- Provided exemplary customer service, including greeting and seating guests and accommodating any special requests at a high volume dining establishment.

4. To-Go Orders -- Demonstrated active listening and effective communication skills by answering telephone to provide information, and take to-go orders and make reservations.

5. Guest Service -- Facilitated educational based activities focusing on wildlife and conservation and provided exceptional guest services throughout meaningful, accurate and entertaining interactions.

Common Certifications For A Hostess

The Certified Food Manager (CFM) certification is most common among Hostesses. This certification is awarded by the International Food Service Executives Association. This certification is great to have as it shows an improvement in your competency to perform your role. You can earn this certification at the beginning of your career, as it often doesn't require a minimum education level and work experience. To become a certified Hostess with Certified Food Manager (CFM), You need to pass the exam. This certificate requires more than two years of work experience. Renew certification every 3 year.