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Dennys Host(ess): Store 8743

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $17.75
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
flexible schedule
Career development opportunities

Job Description

Denny's is a renowned American diner-style restaurant chain known for its welcoming environment, extensive menu, and 24/7 service. Established with the mission to serve quality food at an affordable price in a friendly and comfortable atmosphere, Denny's has grown to become a favorite destination for families, solo diners, and groups of friends. With its strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and hospitality, Denny's continually strives to create memorable dining experiences for every guest. The company maintains high standards in service and cleanliness, ensuring that patrons feel valued and well cared for during their visit. Denny's is not only a place to enjoy classic diner fare but also a workplace that values teamwork, respect, and employee development.

The role of Host/Hostess at Denny's is vital for delivering exceptional guest experiences right from the moment a patron walks in the door. Reporting to the General Manager and Restaurant Manager, the Host/Hostess serves as the first point of contact for customers, greeting and seating guests in a warm and courteous manner. This position requires attentiveness to guests' needs, the ability to handle seating rotations fairly and efficiently, and the skill to convey menu promotions effectively. The Host/Hostess is also responsible for managing waitlists and ensuring a smooth flow of guests, coordinating closely with servers and other service staff to maintain a seamless dining experience.

Additionally, the Host/Hostess handles payment processing with strict adherence to safe cash handling policies, operates the point-of-sale system accurately, and assists with "To Go" orders. The role demands excellent communication skills, the ability to respond promptly and courteously to guest complaints, and willingness to support team members beyond the core duties. Physical demands include standing and walking during entire shifts, lifting supplies up to 30 pounds, and maintaining a clean and inviting foyer area. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic restaurant environment that values diversity, teamwork, and providing high-quality customer service.

Those who join Denny's as Host/Hostess are expected to uphold the brand's uniform and grooming standards while working flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Comprehensive training programs ensure that the Host/Hostess is well-prepared to meet the various demands of the position. This role is essential to the restaurant’s operation, setting the stage for guests' dining enjoyment and helping to maintain Denny's reputation as a leader in casual dining.

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
  • Able to stand and walk during entire shift
  • Ability to hear well in a loud environment to respond to employee and guest needs
  • Possesses basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide)
  • Meets any state, county or municipal regulation pertaining to health risk concerns about food handling
  • Able to observe and differentiate between monetary denominations
  • Ability to operate point of sale system
  • Able 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
  • Meets Denny's uniform and grooming standards and maintains them throughout the shift
  • Able to work flexible schedule, including holidays, nights and weekends
  • Excellent guest service skills
  • Dependable and able to learn basic tasks and follow instructions
  • Values diversity and shows respect for others

Job Duties

  • Greets guests immediately in a friendly manner upon arrival and acknowledges at departure
  • Demonstrates a sense of urgency and meets service cycle timing standards
  • Seats guests at clean, dry tables utilizing proper seating rotation
  • Determines and provides for any special needs of guests
  • Maintains guest waiting list and adheres to proper seating order procedures
  • Describes promotions and suggestively sells while seating guests
  • Takes initial beverage order
  • Attends to any other guest needs during the entire dining experience as warranted
  • Demonstrates safe cash handling procedures in accordance with policy and accurately completes cash, credit card, and discount transactions
  • Uses proper telephone etiquette
  • Enters and delivers "To Go" orders correctly
  • Addresses complaints promptly in a courteous manner, and notifies the supervisor of any issues
  • Assists service personnel in providing beverage orders and refills and clearing and setting tables
  • Willingly assists other team members without being asked
  • Maintains proper supply of clean menus
  • Lifts and carries supplies and equipment up to 30 lbs
  • Demonstrates knowledge of station and floor breakdowns
  • Possesses strong product and menu knowledge
  • Maintains foyer area of restaurant to be clean, organized and inviting to guests
  • Completes all required side-work, including deep cleaning assignments
  • Adheres to Denny's Brand Standards and internal policies and procedures
  • Provides courteous service and is cordial to all team members and guests

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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