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Host/Hostess

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

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

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
employee discount
flexible schedule
Training and Development
team environment

Job Description

Potomac Family Dining Group operates the Applebee's franchise, a well-known casual dining restaurant brand that emphasizes a warm and welcoming dining experience for family and friends. As part of a respected restaurant group, Applebee's prioritizes customer service and a friendly atmosphere, offering a diverse menu designed to appeal to a wide variety of tastes. The company has established itself by focusing on quality food, attentive service, and creating memorable experiences for guests. Employees at Applebee's benefit from a collaborative environment that supports teamwork, professional development, and recognition for delivering excellent service.

The Host position at Potomac Family Dining Group's Appleb... Show More

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
  • 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 dining area
  • 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
  • Observes guests, responds to requests, and anticipates guest 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, and more
  • Manages the waitlist when the restaurant is busy
  • May occasionally be scheduled to serve guests in Carside To-Go or Server roles
  • Fills out feature sheets
  • Assists in general front of house maintenance functions including restroom maintenance, light cleaning, washing windows, sani-bucket rotation, setting up expo line, emptying trash, rolling silverware, and maintaining restaurant curb appeal

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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