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Applebee's

Host/Hostess

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
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
flexible schedules
Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Potomac Family Dining Group is a renowned restaurant organization that operates a variety of dining establishments committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences. Among its popular brands, Applebee's stands out as a well-known casual dining restaurant chain offering a welcoming atmosphere, diverse menu options, and quality customer service. Potomac Family Dining Group emphasizes maintaining high brand standards across all Applebee's locations, ensuring that every guest enjoys a consistent, friendly, and satisfying dining experience.

The role of a Host/Hostess within this respected group is pivotal to creating positive first impressions and ensuring smooth operations at the front of the house. This customer ser... 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
  • 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 is a plus
  • Prior work experience preferred
  • 16+ years old

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 faces 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 system
  • 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 or high chairs
  • Manages the waitlist when the restaurant is busy
  • Occasionally serves guests in a Carside To-Go or Server capacity
  • Fills out feature checklists and assists in general front of house maintenance including maintaining restrooms, light cleaning such as dusting, washing or 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)

Job Location

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