Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Fixed Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Training and Development
flexible scheduling
team environment

Job Description

IHOP of Greater New Orleans Area is a well-established restaurant that has become a beloved dining destination known for its warm hospitality and quality service. As part of Ruby Enterprises, this IHOP branch fosters a welcoming and vibrant community atmosphere where employees and guests alike feel valued and appreciated. Located in the culturally rich and bustling Greater New Orleans area, the restaurant prides itself on its connection to the local community, ensuring every visit is more than just a meal — it's an experience. Ruby Enterprises emphasizes creating a supportive work environment that encourages employee growth, teamwork, and professional development. This emphasis on team culture and dedication to customer service helps IHOP maintain its reputation as a top choice for breakfast, lunch, and casual dining in the area.

The position of IHOP host or hostess is a critical role focused on delivering an exceptional first impression for all guests. Hosts and hostesses serve as the welcoming face of the restaurant, greeting customers promptly within 30 seconds of their arrival and guiding them to their seats efficiently and courteously. They play an essential part in managing the flow of guests during busy periods, coordinating seating arrangements to balance server workloads and optimize the dining room experience. The role requires a friendly, outgoing personality combined with excellent communication skills to liaise effectively between guests, servers, and the kitchen staff. Hosts must handle telephone inquiries, manage to-go orders, and maintain a clean and organized waiting area, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable dining experience for all patrons. This role may also involve light cash handling duties, such as processing payments and maintaining accurate cash reports.

A successful IHOP host/hostess will be adaptable, attentive, and able to remain calm under pressure during peak hours. They must uphold restaurant standards including appearance and behavior standards as outlined in IHOP's policies. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about providing excellent customer service. Joining the IHOP team means becoming part of a dynamic family-oriented establishment that values punctuality, reliability, and the commitment to making every guest’s visit memorable. The company offers a vibrant culture and meaningful employee experiences through ongoing training and collaboration with a team equally invested in the restaurant's success.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in customer service or hospitality preferred
  • Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Basic math and cash-handling proficiency
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Good organizational skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Must be punctual and reliable
  • Ability to follow health and safety standards

Job Qualifications

  • Strong customer service skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Friendly and outgoing personality
  • Ability to manage waiting lists and seating assignments efficiently
  • Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure
  • Accurate seating assignments and communication with servers
  • Collaborative skills to coordinate with servers and kitchen staff
  • Adaptability to changing situations and guest needs
  • Professional handling of customer concerns and issues
  • Multitasking skills including answering phones, seating guests, and processing To Go orders
  • Basic math skills and cash-handling experience
  • Maintaining a neat and professional appearance
  • Punctuality and reliability
  • Adherence to health and safety guidelines

Job Duties

  • Develop and maintain professional functional working relationships with IHOP team members and guests
  • Greet guests as they enter the restaurant within 30 seconds and seat them as soon as a table is available
  • Rotate station seating to ensure the quality of guest service
  • Handle guest complaints, inquire about the quality of the dining experience, thank guests and invite them to return
  • Handle cash in an accurate and responsible manner
  • Take register readings, make interim cash reports, count cash register receipts and make frequent cash drops according to company cash-control policies
  • Answer the telephone, take messages and take and complete all To Go orders
  • Maintain guest checks in numerical order
  • Maintain a waiting list as necessary
  • Check restrooms every 30 minutes to ensure proper stock levels and cleanliness
  • Clear, clean and reset tables and clean chairs, booths and floors after guests leave
  • Perform cleaning duties according to posted cleaning charts
  • Comply with IHOP uniform and appearance standards per IHOP SOP guidelines
  • Perform other assignments or tasks as assigned by the General Manager, Assistant Manager or acting supervisor

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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