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Hostess | Luxury Wine & Hospitality Environment (Haz_Hostess)

Overview

Reference
Haz_Hostess

Salary
Negotiable depending on experience

Job Location
- South Africa -- Cape Winelands District -- Stellenbosch

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
07 February 2026

Closing date
28 Feb 2026 21:59


Hostess | Luxury Wine & Hospitality Environment

A leading luxury wine and hospitality destination is seeking a gracious and confident Hostess to join their front-of-house team.

This role is about more than greeting guests. It is about setting the tone for the entire experience. The ideal candidate is naturally warm, well organised, calm under pressure, and passionate about creating memorable guest moments from arrival through to departure.

 

The Role

You will manage guest arrivals, reservations, and seating while working closely with the service team to ensure a smooth and professional service experience. As one of the first points of contact, your presence will play an important role in shaping each guest’s visit.

 

Key Responsibilities

Guest Experience

  • Welcome guests warmly and professionally
  • Escort guests to tables and introduce them to the experience

  • Recognise returning guests and acknowledge special occasions

  • Maintain a strong and attentive presence in reception and arrival areas

Reservations & Communication

  • Manage reservations, confirmations, and seating plans

  • Handle guest enquiries via phone, email, and in person

  • Manage waitlists and communicate waiting times clearly

  • Liaise with the restaurant and operations teams to ensure smooth service flow

 

Standards & Organisation

  • Maintain a clean, organised, and well-presented host station

  • Assist with daily briefings and communicate important guest information

  • Support the team during busy service periods where needed

 

Requirements

  • Experience in an upmarket restaurant, luxury hospitality environment, hotel, or wine estate

  • Strong communication skills and confidence with guests

  • Professional presentation and strong attention to detail

  • Organised with the ability to multitask in a busy environment

  • Comfortable using reservation systems

  • Passion for food, wine, and hospitality is advantageous

  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays

 

The Right Person Will Be

  • Naturally warm, approachable, and genuine

  • Calm and solutions-focused under pressure

  • Detail orientated and organised

  • A positive and supportive team player

  • Proud of delivering high service standards

 

What This Role Offers

  • Opportunity to work in a respected luxury hospitality environment

  • Exposure to exceptional wine and dining experiences

  • Supportive and professional team culture

  • Competitive salary aligned with experience

 

If you enjoy working with people and take pride in creating exceptional guest experiences, we would love to hear from you.


Contact information

Michael