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Applebee's

Host/Hostess

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $10.00 - $14.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Shift flexibility
Career development opportunities
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Potomac Family Dining Group operates Applebee's, a well-known full-service restaurant chain recognized for its casual dining experience and strong community presence. The group is committed to delivering high-quality food and exceptional customer service in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Applebee's is a popular dining destination that offers a variety of menu options, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and beverages, and prides itself on creating an enjoyable experience for guests of all ages. The company values teamwork, professionalism, and a customer-first attitude, making it an attractive employer for individuals seeking to grow within the hospitality industry.

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Job Requirements

  • 16 plus years old
  • Friendly and engaging demeanor
  • Prior work experience preferred
  • Reading, writing, and verbal communication skills required
  • Bi-lingual experience a plus
  • Reliable transportation required
  • Ability to build relationships
  • Ability to be a team player
  • Ability to follow manager instructions and guidance
  • Ability to communicate and behave professionally at all times

Job Qualifications

  • Friendly and engaging demeanor
  • Reading, writing, and verbal communication skills required
  • Ability to build relationships
  • Ability to be a team player
  • Ability to follow manager instructions and guidance
  • Ability to communicate and behave professionally at all times
  • Bi-lingual experience a plus
  • Prior work experience preferred

Job Duties

  • Greets and seats all guests in a friendly manner
  • Assists in maintaining the overall guest flow of the restaurant
  • Ensures seating service is rotated among server area assignments whenever possible
  • Opens doors for arriving and departing guests
  • Remains visible in the front of house and forward facing the main entrance
  • Occasionally delivers food and drinks to guests when extra assistance is needed
  • Interacts verbally with all guests creating a friendly and upbeat atmosphere
  • Completes assigned opening and closing side work as scheduled
  • Participates in the clearing and resetting of dining room tables using Applebee's team delivery method
  • Observes guests, responds to requests, and anticipates guests' needs
  • Maintains a clean and organized work environment
  • Explains and demonstrates usage of Tabletop Electronic Devices to guests
  • Drives sales with suggestive selling
  • Accommodates any special needs of guests such as booster chairs and high chairs
  • Manages the waitlist when the restaurant is at capacity
  • May occasionally be scheduled to serve guests in a Carside To-Go or Server role
  • Fills out feature sheets accurately
  • Assists in general front of house maintenance functions including maintaining restrooms, light cleaning, washing and wiping windows, sani-bucket rotation, setting up the expo line, emptying trash, rolling silverware, and maintaining restaurant curb appeal

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location