Somewhat Resilient
Last Update: 8/30/2026
AI Resilience Score for Restaurant/Lounge Host/Hostess:
48.5%
Median Score
Meaningful human contribution
Measures the parts of the occupation that still require a human touch. This score averages data from up to four AI exposure datasets, focusing on the role’s resilience against automation.
Med
Long-term employer demand
Predicts the health of the job market for this role through 2034. Using Bureau of Labor Statistics data, it balances projected annual job openings (60%) with overall employment growth (40%).
High
Sustained economic opportunity
Measures future earning potential and career flexibility. This score is a blend of total projected labor income (67%) and the role’s inherent ability to adapt to economic and technological shifts (33%).
Low
Contributing sources
AI Resilience Report forHosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop
$31,200 median salary•107,100 annual openings•SOC Code: 35-9030
Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop are somewhat less resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 8 sources.
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Career: Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop
They greet customers, manage seating arrangements, and ensure guests have a pleasant dining experience by answering questions and coordinating with the waitstaff.
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Employment & Wage Data
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Median Wage
$31,200
Jobs (2025)
444,200
Growth (2025-35)
+3.4%
Annual Openings
107,100
Education
No formal educational credential
Experience
None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
