Hospitality, Food & Tourism training

Restaurant Host Training

Learn what restaurant hosts do and how they do it: a semi-in-depth, practical course covering the role, vocabulary, common procedures, safety and career launch.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
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What you’ll learn in Restaurant Host training

A practical, general introduction to the restaurant host job: what the role involves, 15+ key terms, how to perform common tasks such as quote an honest wait time and balance servers with seating rotation, safety essentials and how to launch your career. Online, self-paced, about 6 hours, $59.99.

  • Tuition
    $59.99
    Volume pricing from 2 seats
  • Length
    6 hours
    10 modules
  • Format
    Online
    Self-paced, any device
  • Access
    12 months
    LMS access
  • Level
    Beginner
    To intermediate
  • You receive
    Certificate
    Of completion

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Explain what a restaurant host does day to day, where they work and how the role fits into the team
  • Use 15+ essential restaurant host terms correctly
  • Walk through quote an honest wait time, balance servers with seating rotation, and calm a guest upset about the wait step by step
  • Identify the tools, equipment and technology used on the job
  • Apply core safety, compliance and professional standards
  • Map your path into the field, including credentials such as Hospitality training

Course syllabus

10 modules, about 6 hours in total.

MODULE 01Introduction to the Restaurant Host Role30 min
  • What restaurant hosts do and why the role matters
  • Where they work: settings, employers and teams
  • Pay, job outlook and the career ladder
  • Professional and ethical expectations
MODULE 02A Day on the Job20 min
  • A realistic shift, start to finish
  • Schedules, shifts and workload
  • Working with supervisors, coworkers and customers
  • The best and hardest parts of the job
MODULE 03Essential Restaurant Host Vocabulary35 min
  • Key term: Front of house
  • Key term: Back of house
  • Key term: Section
  • Key term: Turn
  • Key term: Cover
  • Plus 10 more terms with practice drills
MODULE 04Core Duties and Responsibilities35 min
  • Greet guests
  • Manage reservations
  • Run the waitlist
  • Seat tables
  • Balance server sections
MODULE 05Common Tasks, Step by Step1 hr 20 min
  • How to quote an honest wait time
  • How to balance servers with seating rotation
  • How to calm a guest upset about the wait
  • Common mistakes and how to avoid them
MODULE 06Tools, Equipment and Technology30 min
  • OpenTable or Resy
  • Waitlist apps
  • Phones
  • Menus
  • Pagers
MODULE 07Safety, Compliance and Professional Standards45 min
  • Keep the entrance clear
  • Know emergency exits
  • Watch for allergies on notes
  • Handle cash safely
MODULE 08Skills Employers Look For30 min
  • Reservation systems
  • Waitlist management
  • Seating rotation
  • Friendliness
  • Calm
MODULE 09Launching Your Restaurant Host Career30 min
  • Education and training pathways
  • Credential overview: Hospitality training
  • Credential overview: Food handler card
  • Resume and interview preparation
  • Your first 90 days on the job
MODULE 10Final Knowledge Check30 min
  • Comprehensive practice exam with explanations
  • Certificate of completion on passing

Who this training is for

  • Students: find out what the restaurant host job is really like before choosing a program or major.
  • Career changers: test-drive the field and build vocabulary and confidence before investing in formal training.
  • New hires and employers: shorten ramp-up time with a consistent foundation for every new restaurant host.

Pricing

$59.99 per learner. Buying for a team? Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners.

SeatsDiscount
2 to 101% off
11 to 202% off
21 to 503% off
51 to 1005% off
101 to 2507% off
251 to 5008% off
501 to 1,00010% off

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Why train for this career

Hosts and hostesses, restaurant, lounge and coffee shop, welcome patrons, seat them at tables and manage reservations and waitlists. BLS reports a median wage of $31,200 (May 2025) and about 107,100 openings per year. Read the full restaurant host career profile or see salary details.

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Restaurant Host training FAQ
How long is the Restaurant Host training?
About 6 hours, online, self-paced. You get 12 months of LMS access, so you can learn around work or school.
How much does the Restaurant Host training cost?
$59.99 per learner. Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners, up to 10% off for large groups.
Is the course online?
Yes. The course runs on our online learning platform (LMS). After you enroll, we email your login details.
Will this course make me a licensed or certified restaurant host?
No. This is a general career-preparation course. It does not by itself grant a state license, national certification or academic credit. It is designed to help you understand the job and prepare for the formal training, exams and interviews that follow.
Who is this course for?
Students exploring careers, adults changing careers, new hires who want a faster ramp-up, and employers onboarding restaurant hosts.
How do I enroll?
Use the enrollment form on this page. It opens a pre-filled email to our team, and we reply with your payment link or invoice and your LMS access. You can also call 1-866-429-6742.
Do you offer group or employer pricing?
Volume pricing from 2 seats. Choose “My team or employees” on the form or visit our employer training page.
What do I receive when I finish?
Certificate of completion from Career Education Institute after you pass the final knowledge check.


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