Host Applebee's Grill + Bar 7004 Wesley Street, Greenville, TX 75402

Job Description

Restaurant Host greets (both arriving and departing) and seats all guests in a friendly manner and assists in maintaining the overall guest flow of the restaurant.

Restaurant Host is generally a part time restaurant job.

Prior experience as a host, hostess, greeter, maître d, crew member, team member, customer service, cashier, associate or other front of house part time restaurant job highly desirable.

Requirements:

You must be 16 years or older to be considered for this opportunity.

1. Opens door for guests arriving and departing. (40%*)

2. Accommodates any special needs of guests, i.e., boosters, highchairs, disabilities. (35%*)

3. Manages the Wait List when the restaurant is full. (10%*)

4. Provides guest assistance to servers as needed. (5%*)

5. Maintains a clean and organized work area and completes cleaning as assigned. (5%*)

6. Fills out the feature board and inflates balloons. (5%*).

Restaurant Host Qualification Standards:

1. Reading, writing and verbal communication skills required.

2. Mobility required during the entire shift.

3. Transports and carries objects (such as high-chair) up to 15 pounds up to 15 times a shift.

4. Ability to wipe down table tops, table legs, pick up debris off the floor and wipe down booth seats in all areas of the restaurant.

Physical Requirements:

1. Must be able to stand and exert a well-paced mobility for periods up to four (4) hours in length.

2. Must be able to speak clearly and listen attentively to guests and other employees.

Responsibilities

• Greet all guests with a smile upon arrival
• Seat guests and accommodate special requests
• Manage the wait list: record guest names and number in party, and provide estimated waiting time
• Answer phones and manage the restaurant reservation system
• Inspect tables for proper presentation and completeness