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Host/Hostess

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $2.13 - $16.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

competitive compensation
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid training
meal discounts
Daily Pay Option
Opportunities for advancement
Education scholarship

Job Description

Applebee's is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain with locations nationwide, celebrated for its inviting atmosphere, diverse menu options, and commitment to delivering excellent customer service. With a strong emphasis on creating a fun, friendly, and inclusive culture, Applebee's is dedicated to fostering an environment where hardworking team members can thrive and feel valued. The company embodies its core values summarized in the acronym PRIDE - Performance, Respect, Integrity, Development, and Engagement. These values reflect their dedication to accountability, mutual respect, honesty, continuous improvement, and creating an engaging workplace. Applebee's offers a supportive setting where employees are encouraged to grow both personally and professionally while making meaningful contributions to the community. The brand's commitment to its team members is evident through its comprehensive benefits, opportunities for advancement, and educational resources that support employees and their families. Joining Applebee's means becoming part of a team that values ownership, respect, and fun in the workplace.

The Host/Hostess position at Applebee's is a vital role focused on creating a welcoming experience for every guest. This role requires greeting guests kindly upon arrival and departure, managing seating arrangements efficiently, and assisting with overall guest flow in the restaurant. It offers the opportunity to develop essential customer service skills in a dynamic restaurant environment. Applebee's provides a competitive compensation package and a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance options, as well as paid training to equip new hires for success. Employees enjoy perks such as meal discounts, daily pay options, and access to educational scholarships for themselves and their children, further demonstrating the company's investment in team members' well-being and future growth. This position demands excellent communication skills, physical stamina, and flexibility to work various shifts including evenings, weekends, holidays, and day or night shifts. Being part of Applebee's means contributing to a team that is passionate about service and creating memorable dining experiences, while also benefiting from a supportive, flexible, and growth-oriented workplace.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 6 months of experience in the casual restaurant industry preferred
  • high school diploma or GED preferred
  • availability to work within open hours including evenings, holidays, and weekends
  • familiarity with a POS system preferred
  • ServSafe certification is preferred
  • exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • able to withstand the physical demands a restaurant environment holds

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 6 months of experience in the casual restaurant industry preferred
  • high school diploma or GED preferred
  • familiarity with a POS system preferred
  • ServSafe certification preferred
  • exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • ability to withstand the physical demands of a restaurant environment
  • strong interpersonal skills
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • teamwork-oriented mindset

Job Duties

  • Greet all guests both arriving and departing in a friendly manner
  • seat guests efficiently to maintain smooth restaurant flow
  • assist in maintaining overall guest flow and restaurant organization
  • communicate effectively with team members to ensure guest satisfaction
  • manage reservations and waitlists as needed
  • provide excellent customer service to address guest inquiries and concerns
  • support the team in maintaining a clean and welcoming environment

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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