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Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $10.00 - $14.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
employee discount
Flexible Schedule
Training and Development
team environment
employee recognition

Job Description

Potomac Family Dining Group operates renowned restaurant brands, including Applebee's, known for delivering exceptional dining experiences. Dedicated to customer satisfaction and high-quality service, this group emphasizes a friendly and welcoming environment for guests. Their establishments focus on fostering a positive workplace culture and upholding industry standards to ensure consistent, enjoyable visits for patrons. Applebee's, a leading casual dining chain, emphasizes community involvement, approachable menus, and warm customer service. Potomac Family Dining Group aligns with these values by promoting attentive and courteous interaction with every guest. They offer opportunities for team members to develop their customer service and hospitality skills in... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 16 plus years old
  • friendly and engaging demeanor
  • prior work experience preferred
  • reading, writing, and verbal communication skills required
  • bilingual 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
  • prior customer service or hospitality experience preferred
  • bilingual skills a plus
  • reliable transportation
  • 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
  • basic skills in operating tabletop electronic devices and cleaning tools

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 as required
  • participates in the clearing and resetting of the dining room tables using Applebee's team delivery method
  • 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 techniques
  • accommodates any special needs of guests such as booster chairs, high chairs, or wheelchairs
  • manages the waitlist when the restaurant is busy
  • may occasionally be scheduled to serve guests in a Carside To-Go or Server role
  • fills out feature sheets accurately
  • assists in general Front of House maintenance functions including maintaining restrooms, light cleaning such as dusting light fixtures, furniture, woodwork, and 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)

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