Host
Posted Sep 22, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026
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About your past
Why do you think the host matters so much to a guest's experience?
What they are checking: Whether they understand the host sets the first impression for the whole visit.
Tell me about a time you had to stay positive while things around you were hectic.
What they are checking: Whether they keep a friendly demeanor under pressure, since guests notice stress at the door.
When there's no one waiting to be seated, what would you do with your time?
What they are checking: Whether they take initiative to help with menus, cleaning or bussing instead of standing idle.
Tell me about a time you helped a customer or friend who needed something special, like a high chair or accessible seating.
What they are checking: Whether they notice guest needs and act on them without being asked.
What days and times are you available to work?
What they are checking: Whether they can cover busy evenings and weekends when hosts are needed most.
What would you do
It's a busy Saturday and the wait is 45 minutes. A family is upset about it. What do you say?
What they are checking: Whether they can give honest wait times and stay friendly with guests who are frustrated.
A guest walks in, says they had a reservation, but you can't find it. What do you do?
What they are checking: Whether they solve the problem politely without arguing about who made the mistake.
The phone rings while you're greeting a guest at the stand. How do you handle both?
What they are checking: Whether they can prioritize the person in front of them while still answering promptly.
About the work
How would you decide which section to seat a party in when it's busy?
What they are checking: Whether they think about rotating sections fairly so no server gets overloaded.
How do you manage a wait list and reservations at the same time?
What they are checking: Whether they can track who is waiting and keep promises to guests who called ahead.
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