Resume Objective
Warm and organised Hostess with experience managing reservations, greeting guests, and coordinating dining room flow in busy restaurant settings. Seeking a Hostess role where I can create a welcoming atmosphere and support an exceptional dining experience from arrival to departure.
Key Skills to Highlight
- Guest greeting and first impressions
- Reservation system management (OpenTable, Resy)
- Seating chart coordination and table management
- Wait time communication and queue management
- Menu knowledge and special requests handling
- Team communication with servers and management
- Professional telephone and email etiquette
- Upselling reservations and private dining packages
Sample Work Experience Bullets
- Greeted and seated up to 200 guests per shift, ensuring prompt and courteous first impressions.
- Managed reservations and walk-in flow using OpenTable, optimising table turns without sacrificing guest experience.
- Communicated accurate wait times to guests and provided updates to minimise frustration during peak periods.
- Coordinated with servers and kitchen staff to ensure smooth seating and timely table preparation.
- Handled special occasion requests including birthday setups, accessibility accommodations, and VIP arrangements.
Education
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent; hospitality training an asset.
How to Use This Sample
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