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Applebee's Restaurants

Host/Hostess

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $10.75 - $15.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
flexible scheduling
Career development opportunities

Job Description

Potomac Family Dining Group is a distinguished hospitality company known for its commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences. Among its portfolio is Applebee's, a beloved casual dining restaurant brand renowned for its warm atmosphere, approachable menu, and outstanding customer service. The company prides itself on fostering a friendly and inclusive environment for both guests and employees, emphasizing teamwork, professional growth, and community engagement. With a culture rooted in respect, quality, and service excellence, Potomac Family Dining Group operates with a mission to create memorable moments for its patrons while providing rewarding career opportunities for its team members in the food... Show More

Job Requirements

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

Job Duties

  • Greets and seats all guests in a friendly manner
  • Assists in maintaining the overall guest flow of the dining area
  • 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 system
  • 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, high chairs, or other requests
  • Manages the waitlist when the restaurant is busy
  • Occasionally scheduled to serve guests in Carside To-Go or Server roles
  • Fills out feature sheets and assists in general Front of House maintenance functions including maintaining restrooms, light cleaning such as dusting fixtures, washing and/or wiping windows, sani-bucket rotation, setting up the expo line, emptying trash, rolling silverware, and maintaining restaurant curb appeal

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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