How to hire a cashier host/hostess

How to hire a cashier host/hostess, step by step

Here's a step-by-step cashier host/hostess hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a cashier host/hostess job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new cashier host/hostess
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your cashier host/hostess job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a cashier host/hostess for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   A cashier host/hostess's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, cashiers host/hostess from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of cashiers host/hostess.

   Type of Cashier Host/Hostess	Description	Hourly rate
   Cashier Host/Hostess	Cashiers process payments from customers purchasing goods and services.	$9-16
   Courtesy Clerk	A courtesy clerk is responsible for assisting customers with their needs, especially helping customers with bagging and carrying their items. Courtesy clerks also maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of the whole area, ensuring that customers will have a safe and comfortable service experience... Show more	$11-15
   Checker In	A checker-in is responsible for managing guest relations, ensuring that the clients receive the highest customer satisfaction essential for increasing their brand reputation to achieve profitability. Checker-ins assist with maintaining the cleanliness and safety of all common areas and amenities of the building and supporting the front-desk operations by performing administrative and clerical tasks as needed... Show more	$12-20

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Cleanliness
   • Reservations
   • POS
   • Cash Handling
   • Seat Guests
   • Food Orders
   • Customer Service
   • To-Go Orders
   • Telephone Calls
   • Cash Drawers
   • Bank Deposits
   • Cash Registers
   • Charge Slips
   • Food Preparation

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   Responsibilities:

   • Answer phones, take messages and make reservations
   • Run POS system, clean restaurant, prepare orders, and work drive-through.
   • Utilize basic computation and mathematics, and maintain electronic registers for all payment transactions including cash and credit cards.
   • Strengthen the Walmart brand by interacting positively and professionally with a highly diverse customer base.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your cashier host/hostess job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A cashier host/hostess can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, cashiers host/hostess' average salary in mississippi is 40% less than in washington.
   • Seniority. Entry-level cashiers host/hostess 43% less than senior-level cashiers host/hostess.
   • Certifications. A cashier host/hostess with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a cashier host/hostess's salary.

   Average cashier host/hostess salary

   $12.91hourly

   $26,843 yearly

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   Entry-level cashier host/hostess salary

   $20,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 22, 2026

4. Writing a cashier host/hostess job description

   A cashier host/hostess job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a cashier host/hostess job description:

   Cashier host/hostess job description example

   If you want to work for a restaurant company that focuses on scratch made coal fired pizza with the highest quality ingredients, then Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza might just be the place for you!
   
   We don’t just use a lot of marketing speak to recruit you; when we say you will be a member of our family, we really mean it. With highly competitive compensation packages, great benefits and long-term growth and career opportunities, we want to invest in you. We build teams of top performers, so you will be surrounded by a group of passionate managers, regional leaders and a support center focused entirely on making you and your restaurant successful. Check out our job openings and apply to become part of something bigger today. We look forward to welcoming you to our family.
   
   The ideal Host / Takeout makes sure every guest has an outstanding experience by greeting them genuinely and quickly as they enter our restaurant, ensuring they are sat in a clean and comfortable table in a short period of time.
   Our Host / Takeout generally:
   * Greet guests upon arrival
   
   * Help ensure a great guest experience by seating our guests according to their requests and as quickly as possible
   
   * Assist in running responsibilities throughout the shift including restocking and replenishing takeout supplies, condiments, menus, etc.
   
   * Process orders and payments quickly and efficiently according to ACFP standards so our guests’ wonderful experience will not be compromised.
   
   * Manage guest arrival and seating order. Ensure all guests understand we value their time and will do everything possible to seat them quickly.
   
   Host / Takeout, hostess, greeter is generally offered as a part time restaurant opportunity.
   
   Prior experience as host, hostess, greeter, maitre d, matradee, maitres d or other part time FOH restaurant jobs very desirable. Requirements/Responsibilities No previous restaurant experience is required however Host / Takeouts are required to:
   
   * Learn the ACFP menu in order to answer guests’ questions and make suggestions
   * Have a good knowledge of dining room and service procedures and functions
   * Be able to work in a standing position throughout their shift
   * Be able to multi-task and maintain composure during peak business periods
   * Manage takeout orders on a timely manner
   * Be able to operate a point-of-sale system
   * Must be able to safely lift up to 30 pounds
   * Must practice high sanitary standards, including washing hands frequently
   
   Host / Takeout, hostess, greeter is generally offered as a part time restaurant opportunity.
   
   Prior experience as host, hostess, greeter, maitre d, matradee, maitres d or other part time FOH restaurant jobs very desirable. Special Instructions Please do not send any emails, resumes, or call.
   We are making it really easy to apply for this position.
   
   Simply submit a ZippyApp application package which may include the Common Employment Application, Resume, and a Cover Letter. In your Cover Letter, please write a short paragraph describing yourself and why you would make a great addition to our team. ZippyApp is the Common Employment Application for online and mobile that allows you to apply for jobs with one click, and is being accepted at a growing number of businesses each day.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right cashier host/hostess for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   To find cashier host/hostess candidates, you can consider the following options:

   • Post your job opening on Zippia or other job search websites.
   • Use niche websites that focus on engineering and technology jobs, such as salesjobs, salesheads, allretailjobs.com, sales trax.
   • Post your job on free job posting websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit cashiers host/hostess, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new cashier host/hostess

   Once you've found the cashier host/hostess candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new cashier host/hostess first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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