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To Go Specialist

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.16 - $25.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

weekly pay
Competitive wages
flexible scheduling
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
voluntary benefits
401(k) retirement plan
Anniversary pay
discounted shift meals
Guest dining discount
Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Red Lobster is a renowned family-owned restaurant brand that has been delighting guests with its passion for seafood and coastal cuisine for over fifty years. Founded on the vision of creating meaningful connections through great food, Red Lobster has expanded to over 500 locations, each embodying the same commitment to quality dining experiences and community involvement. The company positions itself as more than just a restaurant; it is a place where guests enjoy their favorite meals while building lasting memories and friendships. Red Lobster takes pride in serving as an integral part of the communities it operates in, fostering a welcoming atmosphere where new guests quickly become familiar faces.

This job opportunity as a To Go Specialist at Red Lobster offers competitive wages and weekly pay along with flexible scheduling to accommodate various lifestyles. Benefits include affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance options starting at less than ten dollars per week, life insurance, short-term disability, and voluntary benefits to provide comprehensive support. Employees also have access to a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching after one year of service, anniversary pay based on eligibility, and discounted meals during shifts plus a 25 percent discount when dining as a guest. Furthermore, Red Lobster is deeply invested in its team’s growth, providing training and career advancement opportunities for those eager to develop professionally.

In the role of a To Go Specialist, you will be the first point of contact for guests ordering takeout, responsible for ensuring an excellent customer experience from greeting to order completion. You will suggest complementary items like drinks, appetizers, and desserts to enhance the guest’s dining experience. Precision and efficiency are critical, as you will accurately take and enter orders into the point-of-sale system, assemble orders ensuring packaging integrity and safety, and facilitate curbside pickup or in-restaurant delivery with friendly service. Following strict food safety practices is essential to uphold Red Lobster’s standards. The position requires physical stamina to stand for extended periods, bend, reach, and safely lift up to 30 pounds, as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.

Red Lobster’s dynamic environment offers a rewarding experience for team players who enjoy interacting with guests and working in a fast-paced food service setting. The company takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer, fostering a welcoming and inclusive workplace for everyone regardless of age, race, religion, gender identity, disability status, or veteran background. With exciting plans on the horizon, joining Red Lobster now means becoming part of a growing family focused on delivering exceptional guest experiences and expanding career possibilities. If you are enthusiastic about seafood, hospitality, and providing outstanding customer service, this role presents a fantastic chance to grow your skills and contributions within a respected and beloved restaurant brand.

Job Requirements

  • Must meet the minimum age requirement and authorized to work in the country you are applying
  • Ability to bend, reach, stoop and lift up to 30 pounds safely
  • Ability to move about the restaurant and remain standing for an 8 to 12 hour shift
  • Team player with attention to detail and ability to multi-task

Job Qualifications

  • Ability to bend, reach, stoop and lift up to 30 pounds safely
  • Ability to move about the restaurant and remain standing for an 8 to 12 hour shift
  • Team player with attention to detail and ability to multi-task
  • Must meet the minimum age requirement and be authorized to work in the country you are applying

Job Duties

  • Welcoming guests and greeting every guest with a smile
  • Suggestively selling drink, appetizer, and dessert options
  • Accurately taking food and drink orders and entering orders into the POS system
  • Assembling prepared food and drink orders in appropriate packaging to ensure orders are complete and safe for guests to transport
  • Walking orders to guests inside and outside the restaurant for curbside pickup and managing transactions
  • Thanking guests and inviting them to return
  • Following all food safety standards

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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