Hostess Stand & Cash Register Stands

Restaurant Hostess Stands: What You Need to Know

Host stands, also called hostess stands or cash register stands, provide a place for operators to store menus and seating charts, ring up customers, and greet guests as they enter your dining area. These elegant workspaces enable your host or hostess to perform important tasks while still greeting your guests as they arrive. As these are the first pieces of furniture your guests will see, it's important to establish the appropriate aesthetic. Our collection of wooden, plastic, and stainless steel register stands ensures every operator can find a piece that fits their existing decor.

Common Questions About Host Stands

What is a host stand?

Restaurant hostess stands set the tone for your guests' entire visit. Host stands are the first piece of furniture your guests see upon arrival, so operators must find a perfect balance of looks and functionality. These stands provide a place to store menus, mark seating charts, and jot down orders from call-ins, depending on which tasks your hosts perform. Many of our hostess stands have casters, enabling you to move them wherever they're needed. This also facilitates easy cleaning in and around the area. Look for a stand that matches your existing decor but also has storage space, a work surface, and any other features you need.

What's the difference between a restaurant hostess stand and a cash register stand?

Cash register stands are made to support the weight of a cash register and are less focused on aesthetics, while hostess stands are designed to make a first impression and may not be as sturdy. These products have significant overlap, and many can be used as either. Those labeled as cash register stands will be strong enough to support payment equipment and may be more pragmatic in design – but not always. Consult the individual product specification pages to determine how much weight the stand you're considering will hold if you need it to support a cash register.