Bartender vs Restaurant Host
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Pay
Bartender
$16.50 typical, an hour
Most Bartenders earn $11.00 to $20.95 an hour.
From 496 postings that list pay
7,082 open jobs now
Restaurant Host
$16.50 typical, an hour
Most Restaurant Hosts earn $14.50 to $18.29 an hour.
From 1,127 postings that list pay
7,638 open jobs now
Typical pay is about the same for Bartenders and Restaurant Hosts.
What each one does
Bartender
- Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to guests.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked bar area.
- Process payments accurately using a point-of-sale system.
- Verify guest identification and follow responsible alcohol service procedures.
- Restock bar supplies, glassware, garnishes, and other items as needed.
- Follow recipes, portion standards, and beverage presentation guidelines.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Restaurant Host
- Greet guests warmly and professionally upon their arrival.
- Manage reservations and seating arrangements for the restaurant.
- Escort guests to their tables and present menus.
- Answer phone calls and respond to guest inquiries.
- Monitor the dining room to ensure cleanliness and organization.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area at the host stand.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Skills employers ask for
Bartender
Asked for in both
- Cash Handling 2 in 10 postings
- Guest Service 1 in 10 postings
- Customer Service 1 in 10 postings
- POS Systems 1 in 10 postings
More common in Bartender postings
- Bartending 6 in 10 postings
- Alcohol Service 3 in 10 postings
- Beverage Preparation 1 in 10 postings
- Food Safety 1 in 10 postings
- Cocktail Crafting 1 in 10 postings
Restaurant Host
Asked for in both
- Cash Handling 1 in 20 postings
- Guest Service 3 in 10 postings
- Customer Service 2 in 10 postings
- POS Systems 1 in 15 postings
More common in Restaurant Host postings
- Waitlist Management 2 in 10 postings
- Food Service 1 in 10 postings
- Safety and Sanitation 1 in 15 postings
- Pallet Jack Operation 1 in 20 postings
- Food & Beverage 1 in 20 postings
Out of each role's current postings.
Open jobs
Bartender
Banquet Bartender
GreensboroccPay not stated Greensboro, NC, USCustomer ServiceFood ServiceBartending
Restaurant Host
Host - Hiawatha West
Outdoor Recreation HospitalityPay not stated Munising / Rapid River, MIDriver's LicenseCash Register OperationsCustomer ServicePOS SystemsCash HandlingHost/Hostess
Driftwood Hospitality ManagementPay not stated 651 - Scottsdale Curio Resort & Spa - Scottsdale, AZ 85258Emergency ProceduresGuest RelationsLabelingService Standards
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