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Host in the US

Average Base Hourly Compensation
$19.16
47% of roles are tipped, 100% of roles are paid hourly
Median $19.00
Min: $11.35
Max: $27.50
Host Compensation Ranges
Based on
8,314
Host Jobs in the US
Across
12,683
Hospitality businesses in the US
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Host Compensation in the US

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% Distribution by Job Type
Part Time 25%
Full Time 35%
Full/Part Time 38%
Seasonal 1%
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Median Compensation by Business Type
Fine Dining / Upscale $19.18
Low: $11.35
High: $27.00
Casual $19.00
Low: $11.35
High: $27.00
Fast Food $18.00
Low: $11.35
High: $25.00
Hotel $20.50
Low: $12.00
High: $26.00
Other $19.50
Low: $11.35
High: $26.00
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Median Compensation by Experience
0-1 year $19.00
Low: $11.35
High: $26.00
2-4 years $20.00
Low: $11.35
High: $27.00
4+ years $19.30
Low: $12.50
High: $22.00
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Host Compensation Trends
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Related Positions & Compensation
PositionPos.
Average CompensationAvg. Comp.
Compensation Range
Server
$14.12
Median $13.50
Low: $2.13
High: $28.00
Service Assistant
$14.59
Median $15.50
Low: $2.13
High: $28.00
Maitre D
$27.27
Median $25.50
Low: $8.00
High: $52.88
Busser
$14.67
Median $15.00
Low: $2.13
High: $28.00
Bartender
$13.37
Median $12.51
Low: $2.13
High: $26.10
Cashier
$20.62
Median $20.95
Low: $13.75
High: $26.00
Front Desk Agent
$22.33
Median $22.50
Low: $13.00
High: $34.50
Receiver
$20.76
Median $20.95
Low: $13.00
High: $26.00
Floor Manager
$71,479
Median $72.5K
Low: $38K
High: $105K
Steward
$23.42
Median $21.00
Low: $13.00
High: $45.67
Average Benefits
Health Insurance
58%
Dental Insurance
51%
Vision Insurance
48%
Paid Time Off
45%
401(k)
35%
Commuter Benefits
34%
Potential Bonuses
10%
Dining Discounts
69%
Wellness Program
12%
Life Insurance
2%
Equity Stock Options
0%
Profit Sharing
0%
Travel Expenses
0%
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Career Resources for Host

Top Required Skills for a Host
Teamwork
65.36% have this skill
Customer Service
61.2% have this skill
Communication
59.38% have this skill
Attention to Detail
58.54% have this skill
Adaptability
53.51% have this skill
Time Management
53.37% have this skill
Host Jobs in the US

Front of House Staff

Blue Hill at Stone Barns
Tarrytown, NY
Full/Part Time
Calling all curious minds with a passion for hospitality and agriculture. Blue Hill at Stone Barns is seeking dynamic and passionate individuals to join...
View Job$18/hr

Front of House Staff

Casa Nela HQ
New York, NY
Full/Part Time
Join the Casa Nela Team – Now Hiring Front of House Positions At Casa Nela, hospitality is at the heart of everything we do....
View Job$17-$21/hr

Host

The Kitchen Table at JBBDCo
Shepherdsville, KY
Full/Part Time
QED Hospitality is a restaurant operations management group, focused on running Food & Beverage operations in boutique hotels and exclusive sites nationally.  We bring...
View Job$15/hr

Host

The Manner Rooftop
New York, NY
Seasonal
Who We Are Sitting on a quiet tree-lined street in Soho, twelve floors rise above the neighborhood’s storied lofts, boutiques, and galleries. The name...
View Job$26/hr

Front of House Team Member

All Well
Chicago, IL
Full Time
Position SummaryAs a Front of House Team Member at All Well, you will deliver a thoughtful and consistent guest experience across both dining room...
View Job$17/hr

Host

Fish Cheeks - Noho
New York, NY
Full Time
Job Details Fish Cheeks is a vibrant restaurant serving contemporary Thai food with a focus on seafood.  Named for the lean, tender cheek meat...
View Job$23/hr

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