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We interview each person, check references and approve them for host work.
Hourly shifts at the V&A Waterfront
Hire hosts at the V&A Waterfront.
Hosts greet guests at the door, manage bookings and seat people. Book them by the hour for your venue at the V&A Waterfront. You choose the person from vetted profiles and see the full price before you confirm.
Replies scale with notice
Staff get 1 hour to reply if the shift is under 3 hours away, and up to 48 hours if it is 4+ days away.
Price before you pay
You see hours × hourly rate before you confirm. No hidden fees.
The job
What a host does
Profiles show each person's skills and where they have worked, so you can pick someone who suits your service.
Bookings and seating
Greeting guests
Managing the waitlist
Working with the floor team
Handling guest queries
How booking works
01
Pick a person
Filter hosts by skills, area and the days they are free.
02
Set the shift
Choose the date and start and end times (4 hours minimum), then pay by card or EFT.
03
They confirm
The staff member accepts. If they can't, we offer the shift to other staff nearby.
V&A Waterfront · Waterfront
Hiring hosts in V&A Waterfront
Restaurants, hotels and food markets that trade every day of the week to a mostly tourist crowd. Here is what to plan for when you book.
When it's busy
The Waterfront trades seven days a week with heavy tourist numbers and almost no off-season.
What venues look for
With many international guests, clear English and good menu knowledge matter.
Getting there
Access is controlled. Tell staff which service entrance and parking to use before the shift.
RestaurantsHotelsFood marketsEntertainment venues
Staff choose the areas they will travel to. You see everyone who covers your venue's area, including people from nearby suburbs.
FAQ
Questions about hiring hosts
How much does it cost to hire hosts in V&A Waterfront?
You pay one hourly rate for host shifts, times the hours you book. There is no placement fee and nothing is added at checkout. You see the full itemised price before you confirm, and you can pay by card or EFT.
How soon can I book hosts in V&A Waterfront?
A shift must start at least 3 hours after you book it. For the widest choice of hosts in V&A Waterfront, book 48 to 72 hours ahead. Your business account is checked first, which usually takes less than 24 hours.
How long do hosts have to accept a shift?
It depends on how soon the shift starts. For a shift less than 3 hours away, staff have 1 hour to reply. For a shift 4 or more days away, they have up to 48 hours. You see each reply as it comes in.
Can I hire hosts for one shift or an event in V&A Waterfront?
Yes. You book shift by shift, with no long-term contract. The shortest shift you can book is 4 hours. Book one person for a busy night, or a whole team for a function or event in V&A Waterfront.
Are the hosts on HirePro vetted?
Yes. Before anyone can be booked for host shifts, two people on our team review them. We check their ID and right to work in South Africa, interview them and call references from past workplaces. Most roles need at least a year of hospitality experience.
What happens if a staff member cancels or doesn't arrive?
We offer the shift to other available staff near V&A Waterfront straight away. You can also invite one of your favourites. If nobody can take it, the charge for that shift is credited back to your account.
Can I hire someone permanently instead?
Yes. Permanent hiring (we call it the Talent Pool) lets you browse vetted candidates anywhere in South Africa. You pay a flat R200 to get a candidate's contact details. There is no placement fee and no percentage of salary.
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