What are the responsibilities and job description for the Host position at Denny's?
A Host/Hostess at Denny’s plays a special role for our guests. You are often their first impression and last impression, and we count on you to sincerely make them feel at home – every time!
The Host or Hostess greets guests in a warm, friendly, smiling manner that welcomes them into our restaurant and sets the stage for a positive dining experience. A Denny’s Host or Hostess has a “Guests First” attitude, engaging in friendly conversation with guests as you perform duties such as:
- Greeting and seating guests, inviting them to come back and see us again.
- Suggesting new menu items from our limited time offerings.
- Receiving payment and making correct change.
- Assisting with beverages like bold, signature or flavored coffees.
- Cleaning, completing side work, and organizing supplies as needed.
- Willingly assisting other team members without being asked.
- Providing total guest satisfaction.
Requirements:
Experience – This is an entry level position. Previous experience is preferred but not required.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities – Must obtain Food Safety Certification within first 60 days of employment. Requires ability to speak, read, and write effectively in English. Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work well with diverse groups of people; has good organization and planning skills. Ability to perform basic math (add, subtract, multiply); and work effectively in a team environment. Is a self-starter who takes initiative and willingly accepts responsibility. Demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior.
Physical Requirements – Ability to stand and walk approximately 90%-95% of shift; Ability to operate a cash register and to lift and carry 15-25 lbs; ability to move freely throughout the restaurant; Ability to work in a very fast-paced environment and perform multiple tasks at once. Regular and prompt attendance is required for this position.
Reasonable Accommodation - Denny's will make reasonable accommodations to allow a qualified individual with a disability to enjoy equal employment opportunities and to perform the essential functions of the job. This position description should be applied accordingly.
Benefits:
- $250 Referral bonus
- Paid vacation
- Insurance benefits for full time employees
- Competitive wages
- Flexible schedules
- Employee incentives
Company Introduction
Denny’s is America’s diner and now named one of Newsweek's Most Loved Workplaces. For over 60 years, our guests have come to our diners to sit back, relax and enjoy delicious, hearty meals 24/7, every day of the year. Our employees are part of a classic, national brand and just like our guests, are family both inside and outside the diner. At Denny’s we love to feed people and that means providing meaningful work for our employees that allows them to be fulfilled, realizing that what they do and who they are matter.