Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $8.75 - $14.75
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
flexible schedule
Training and Development
Equal opportunity employer

Job Description

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar is one of the largest casual dining restaurant concepts in the world, known for creating a welcoming environment where community connections are fostered through energetic, exciting, and fun dining experiences. At Applebee's, the promise to "Make it Right, Serve it Fast" drives their commitment to delivering remarkable customer service and high-quality, craveable food and beverages that guests love. The atmosphere at Applebee's is designed to be inclusive and lively, accommodating a range of authentic guest experiences—from casual family dinners on Sundays to energetic Ladies Night Out events. This dynamic environment provides employees the opportunity to engage with a diverse clientele and build long-lasting relationships within their local neighborhood.

This Server role at Applebee's is integral to the guest experience and requires an upbeat, courteous, and efficient team member dedicated to providing exceptional service. Servers will be responsible for serving food and drinks while accommodating guests' needs in a timely and friendly manner by following Applebee’s Ten Basic Service Steps. Key tasks include greeting guests with a positive attitude, answering questions about the menu, making suggestions, and ensuring orders are accurately relayed to the kitchen and service bar via the point-of-sale system. Servers also maintain a lively, conversational atmosphere with guests, monitor the dining room to swiftly respond to additional requests, and handle payment transactions correctly. Participation in clearing and resetting tables ensures the dining area remains welcoming and clean throughout service hours.

This position requires stamina, mobility, and physical endurance since servers are expected to be on their feet and moving actively throughout their shifts. The role involves transporting plates, glasses, baskets, and occasionally heavier items such as cases of beer. Good communication skills with the ability to read, write, and perform basic math are essential. Applebee’s values previous experience but welcomes new team members who are eager to learn and contribute positively in a fast-paced dining environment.

Working at Applebee’s not only offers a chance to grow professionally within a leading restaurant brand but also provides a rewarding and enjoyable work atmosphere where teamwork and respect are fundamental values. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities and adheres to Ban the Box and Fair Chance Hiring laws, creating an inclusive hiring process that gives applicants a fair chance. Open interviews are held Monday through Thursday from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, making it easy for interested candidates to join this vibrant team and be part of a globally recognized dining establishment dedicated to community and quality hospitality.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to wipe down tabletops, table legs, pick up debris off of the floor and wipe down booth seats in all areas of the restaurant
  • transports plates, glasses and baskets to and from dining room, service bar, and the kitchen about 30 times per shift
  • reading, writing, basic math and verbal communication skills required
  • mobility required during the entire shift
  • transports glass racks and cases up to 25 pounds up to 15 times per shift
  • must be able to stand and exert fast-paced mobility for periods of up to four hours
  • must have good sense of balance, be able to bend and kneel
  • ability to lift and bus pans and trays frequently weighing 25 pounds

Job Qualifications

  • Previous experience as restaurant server, waiter, waitress, runner, Front of the House preferred
  • basic math skills
  • verbal communication skills
  • ability to read and write
  • good sense of balance

Job Duties

  • Delivers food and drinks to guests using Applebee's team delivery system
  • greets guests, answers questions, makes suggestions regarding food, drinks, and service
  • interacts verbally with all guests creating a friendly and upbeat atmosphere
  • relays orders to service bar and kitchen via the point-of-sale computerized register system
  • observes guests and responds to any additional requests
  • presents guest check to each table and accepts a form of payment
  • participates in the clearing and resetting of dining room tables

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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