Host(ess)

Hollywood Casino York; York (York County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PENN Entertainment is hiring at Hollywood Casino York for a role in guest services and restaurant operations. You will greet guests, seat them, and coordinate with servers to ensure smooth service. Knowledge of daily specials and effective communication are essential.

The position involves taking reservations, handling inquiries, and assisting as part of a casino hospitality team with a focus on guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must be able to greet and seat guests promptly.
• Excellent communication with team and guests.
• Ability to handle reservations and inquiries.
• Basic math and cash handling proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Greets and verbally acknowledges each guest and escorts to seat promptly.
• Maintains communication with servers and informs them when a table in their section has been seated.
• Answering telephones and taking reservations when necessary.
• Verifies reservations, if required, before seating guests.
• Advise guests of waiting time and recommend beverage outlets.
• Seat guests according to rotation procedures and explain daily features.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Problem solving

Basic math

Tools

POS system

Job description

WE’RE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US.

We’re always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you’ll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and nights are fast paced. You’ll work with an incredibly diverse set of coworkers driven by their enthusiasm for helping people find and have more fun. You’ll also get to work at a company that cares about your career growth and will help you get the support you need to expand your possibilities.

Initial placement within the salary range is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our competitive Total Rewards package, which includes wellness programs designed to support our team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being. Specific benefits—such as day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and annual performance bonus—may vary by position. Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.

WE LOVE OUR WORK.

• Greets and verbally acknowledges each guest and escort to seat promptly.
• Maintains communication with servers and inform them when a table in their section has been seated.
• Responsible for answering telephones and taking reservations if necessary.
• Verifies reservation if required, before seating guests.
• Advises guests of waiting time and recommends beverage outlets.
• Responsible for seating guests according to established rotation procedures, distributes menus, and explain daily features.
• Knowledge of all daily specials and featured menu items and their preparation.
• Handles any guest complaints and resolves them quickly and courteously.
• Attendance at any pre-shift meetings.
• Maintains communication with kitchen regarding "86 board" and availability of featured items.
• Completes knowledge of all menu items and how each item is prepared.
• Knowledge of and strict adherence to PLCB and RG standards and RAMP.
• General knowledge of operations at HCPN in order to answer guest inquiries regarding racing, slots, wagering, etc.
• Collects payment and completes transactions through efficient use of POS system when needed to assist servers.
• Keeps work area neat and clean in accordance with all PA Department of Health standards.
• Participates as a team member with all servers, barbacks and any other casino personnel to ensure efficient operations.

BRING US YOUR BEST.

• Must have the ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from guests and regulatory agencies.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules.
• Must have the ability to present information and respond to questions from employees and guests.
• Must have the ability to perform basic math skills.
• Must have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations. Basic computer knowledge; ability to operate POS systems.
• Must qualify for a license with the Pennsylvania State Racing Commission and meet any credentialing requirements of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.
• Must be able to obtain proper food handler certification and RAMP certification.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Walking 55% of the time.
• Standing 45% of the time.

STAY IN THE GAME. FOLLOW US.

We’ve grown to become the leading provider of integrated entertainment, sports content, and casino gaming experiences thanks to our 43 destinations across North America, online sports betting and iCasino via theScore Bet Sportsbook and Casino®.

Being an industry leader means more than being a purveyor of fun. We are also committed to values like diversity and sustainability — for our community, our team members, our vendors, and our planet.

We're changing entertainment.

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Equal Opportunity Employer