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Applebee's Restaurants

Host/Hostess

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $10.50 - $14.50
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
flexible schedule
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
team environment
parking
meal discounts

Job Description

Potomac Family Dining Group is a well-established hospitality company known for operating a chain of family-oriented restaurants, including Applebee's. Applebee's is a popular casual dining restaurant franchise that focuses on providing a warm and welcoming dining experience. The company prides itself on delivering high-quality food and exceptional guest service while maintaining a comfortable and friendly atmosphere for families and individuals alike. Potomac Family Dining Group emphasizes a team-oriented culture, employee development, and a commitment to upholding brand standards that ensure customer satisfaction. Employees at this company are part of a dynamic and energetic environment where customer service and teamwork are... Show More

Job Requirements

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

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
  • Opens doors for arriving and departing guests
  • Remains visible in the front of house and 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 dining room tables using team delivery methods
  • Observes guests, responds to requests, and anticipates guest needs
  • Maintains a clean and organized workspace
  • Explains and demonstrates usage of tabletop electronic devices to guests
  • Drives sales with suggestive selling techniques
  • Accommodates any special guest needs such as booster chairs or high chairs
  • Manages the waitlist when the restaurant is busy
  • Occasionally serves guests in Carside To-Go or server roles
  • Fills out feature sheets
  • Assists in general front of house maintenance including maintaining restrooms, light cleaning, wiping windows, sanitizing, 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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