
Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $16.90 - $17.75
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
flexible schedule
meal discounts
Job Description
Denny's is a renowned and established restaurant chain that has been serving guests with freshly prepared meals in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for several decades. Known for its commitment to quality food and exceptional customer service, Denny's operates numerous locations across various regions, making it a go-to choice for diners seeking comfort food at any time of the day or night. The establishment prides itself on maintaining high brand standards, fostering team spirit, and ensuring a positive experience for every guest who walks through their doors.
The role of Host / Hostess at Denny's is pivotal in creating that exceptional first and lasting impression with guests. Reporting to the General Manager and Restaurant Manager, the Host / Hostess serves as the face of the restaurant, greeting and seating guests warmly and courteously, ensuring a smooth and efficient flow of seating arrangements. This position demands not only excellent interpersonal skills but also the ability to multitask and handle various responsibilities ranging from greeting guests on arrival to addressing their concerns during the dining experience to processing payments with accuracy. The Host / Hostess also plays an important role in supporting service personnel, handling telephone inquiries with proper etiquette, and managing order placements, including "To Go" requests.
Successful fulfillment of this role requires a combination of enthusiasm, attentiveness, and operational knowledge. Hosts and Hostesses must be adept at managing guest waiting lists, adhering to seating rotation to optimize the dining room's capacity, and describing promotions effectively to encourage additional sales, such as beverage orders. The physical demands of the role include standing and walking throughout the entire shift, lifting up to 30 lbs, and maintaining a clean and inviting foyer area. Attention to detail and the ability to perform side-work such as deep cleaning assignments also falls within the scope of this position.
Beyond the operational tasks, Denny's places significant importance on ensuring that all employees meet their brand and uniform standards while fostering respect for diversity and a harmonious team environment. The Host / Hostess must be dependable, able to quickly learn and follow instructions, and demonstrate excellent guest service skills that contribute significantly to the overall dining experience. Flexibility to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays is also essential to meet the dynamic needs of the restaurant.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy interacting with people in a fast-paced setting and seek to contribute to a team committed to delivering excellent customer service. Denny's provides a supportive and inclusive work environment where personal development and guest satisfaction go hand in hand. While the specific salary and employment type details are typically discussed during the hiring process, working as a Host / Hostess at Denny's means becoming part of a legacy brand that values dedication and hospitality.
The role of Host / Hostess at Denny's is pivotal in creating that exceptional first and lasting impression with guests. Reporting to the General Manager and Restaurant Manager, the Host / Hostess serves as the face of the restaurant, greeting and seating guests warmly and courteously, ensuring a smooth and efficient flow of seating arrangements. This position demands not only excellent interpersonal skills but also the ability to multitask and handle various responsibilities ranging from greeting guests on arrival to addressing their concerns during the dining experience to processing payments with accuracy. The Host / Hostess also plays an important role in supporting service personnel, handling telephone inquiries with proper etiquette, and managing order placements, including "To Go" requests.
Successful fulfillment of this role requires a combination of enthusiasm, attentiveness, and operational knowledge. Hosts and Hostesses must be adept at managing guest waiting lists, adhering to seating rotation to optimize the dining room's capacity, and describing promotions effectively to encourage additional sales, such as beverage orders. The physical demands of the role include standing and walking throughout the entire shift, lifting up to 30 lbs, and maintaining a clean and inviting foyer area. Attention to detail and the ability to perform side-work such as deep cleaning assignments also falls within the scope of this position.
Beyond the operational tasks, Denny's places significant importance on ensuring that all employees meet their brand and uniform standards while fostering respect for diversity and a harmonious team environment. The Host / Hostess must be dependable, able to quickly learn and follow instructions, and demonstrate excellent guest service skills that contribute significantly to the overall dining experience. Flexibility to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays is also essential to meet the dynamic needs of the restaurant.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy interacting with people in a fast-paced setting and seek to contribute to a team committed to delivering excellent customer service. Denny's provides a supportive and inclusive work environment where personal development and guest satisfaction go hand in hand. While the specific salary and employment type details are typically discussed during the hiring process, working as a Host / Hostess at Denny's means becoming part of a legacy brand that values dedication and hospitality.
Job Requirements
- Ability to raise a tray weighing up to 25 lbs
- Ability to bend, stoop, reach, wipe, lift, and grasp
- Sufficient mobility to move and operate in work area
- Ability to stand and walk during entire shift
- Ability to hear well in a loud environment to respond to employee and guest needs
- Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide)
- Meet any state, county or municipal regulation pertaining to health risk concerns about food handling
- Ability to observe and differentiate between monetary denominations
- Ability to operate point of sale system
- Ability to work around potentially hazardous chemicals
Job Qualifications
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
- Ability to pass all required tests and training requirements for the position
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to meet Denny's uniform and grooming standards and maintain them throughout the shift
- Ability to work flexible schedule, including holidays, nights and weekends
- Excellent guest service skills
- Dependable and able to learn basic tasks and follow instructions
- Value diversity and show respect for others
Job Duties
- Greet guests immediately in a friendly manner upon arrival and acknowledge at departure
- Demonstrate a sense of urgency and meet service cycle timing standards
- Seat guests at clean, dry tables utilizing proper seating rotation
- Determine and provide for any special needs of guests
- Maintain guest waiting list and adhere to proper seating order procedures
- Describe promotions and suggestively sell while seating guests
- Take initial beverage order
- Attend to any other guest needs during the entire dining experience as warranted
- Demonstrate safe cash handling procedures in accordance with policy and accurately complete cash, credit card, and discount transactions
- Use proper telephone etiquette
- Enter and deliver "To Go" orders correctly
- Address complaints promptly in a courteous manner and notify the supervisor of any issues
- Assist service personnel in providing beverage orders and refills and clearing and setting tables
- Willingly assist other team members without being asked
- Maintain proper supply of clean menus
- Lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 30 lbs
- Demonstrate knowledge of station and floor breakdowns
- Possess strong product and menu knowledge
- Maintain foyer area of restaurant to be clean, organized and inviting to guests
- Complete all required side-work, including deep cleaning assignments
- Adhere to Denny's brand standards and internal policies and procedures
- Provide courteous service and be cordial to all team members and guests
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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