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Job Position: Hostess
Location: Sandton
Closing Date: 25 March 2026
Reference No: NEW260219-2
Job Type: Permanent
Job Summary
The Hostess at Catalyst Hotel is the first point of contact for visitors in the restaurant and dining areas, guaranteeing a pleasant greeting and a smooth seated experience. This person is responsible for generating a pleasant first impression, organizing reservations, coordinating visitor flow, and assisting service teams to offer exceptional guest experiences in accordance with Catalyst Hotel’s service standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Welcome all visitors in a professional, friendly, and courteous manner.
- The hotel’s reservation system allows you to efficiently manage guest reservations.
- Lead visitors to their tables and offer menus.
- Balance service flow by ensuring ideal seating configurations.
- Respond to guest inquiries, requests, and complaints immediately and professionally.
- Maintain consistent communication with the service team about table status and guest needs.
- Keep an accurate and up-to-date reservation diary.
- Monitor restaurant occupancy and waitlists.
- Keep the host stand and reception area clean and presentable at all times.
- Assist with service during peak hours as needed.
- Communicate VIP arrivals and special events to the service team.
- Support the restaurant’s opening and closing processes.
- Keep track of guest preferences and feedback, where applicable.
- Coordinate group reservations and unique eating arrangements.
- Ensure that all guest information is treated confidentially.
- Complete daily reports as requested by management.
Requirements
- Grade 12 or comparable qualification.
- Previous experience as a hostess, front-of-house, or guest relations representative in the hospitality industry desirable.
- Experience in a hotel or high-end restaurant is advantageous.
- Proficient in English (other languages are advantageous).
- Basic computer literacy and familiarity with reservation systems preferred
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Professional presentation and grooming.
- Ability to stay cool under pressure
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