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Applebee's Restaurants

Host/Hostess

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $10.25 - $14.50
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
flexible scheduling

Job Description

Potomac Family Dining Group, operating under the well-known Applebee's brand, is a reputable restaurant group committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences and high-quality customer service. Known for its friendly atmosphere and approachable American cuisine, Applebee's offers a casual dining experience that caters to families, friends, and individuals seeking both comfort and a welcoming environment. The company emphasizes brand standards that ensure each guest enjoys consistent, attentive service delivered with warmth and professionalism. Potomac Family Dining Group embraces a team-oriented culture founded on respect, inclusivity, and dedication, fostering opportunities for career growth 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
  • prior work experience preferred
  • reading, writing, and verbal communication skills required
  • bi-lingual experience a plus
  • 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 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
  • participates in the clearing and resetting of the dining room tables using Applebee's team delivery system
  • observes guests, responds to requests, and anticipates guests' needs
  • maintains a clean and organized work area
  • 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, high chairs
  • manages the waitlist when the restaurant is busy
  • occasionally serves guests in Carside To-Go or Server roles
  • fills out feature sheets as required
  • assists in general Front of House maintenance including maintaining restrooms, light cleaning such as dusting light fixtures/furniture/woodwork/artifacts, 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

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