{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"badfe0c516a191663bbb96d8","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/badfe0c516a191663bbb96d8","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/badfe0c516a191663bbb96d8","title":"Host/Hostess","description":"DENNY'S HOST/HOSTESS POSITIONA 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!JOB DESCRIPTIONThe 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:Responsibilities include:Greeting guests in a warm, friendly, smiling manner that welcomes them into our restaurant and sets the stage for a positive experience.\r\nEngaging in friendly conversation as you suggest new menu items, process payments, make correct changes, and help with the beverage orders for guests.\r\nCompleting side work, cleaning, and assisting other team members as needed.\r\nEssential FunctionsMust have the ability to raise a tray weighing up to 25 lbs.\r\nMust be able to bend, stoop, reach, wipe, lift, and grasp\r\nMust have sufficient mobility to move and operate in the work area\r\nMust be able to stand and walk during the entire shift\r\nMust be able to hear well in a loud environment to respond to employee and guest needs\r\nMust possess basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, and divide)\r\nMust meet any state, county, or municipal regulation pertaining to health risk concerns about food handling\r\nMust be able to observe and differentiate between monetary denominations\r\nMust be able to operate point of sale system\r\nMust be able to work around potentially hazardous chemicals\r\nPosition QualificationsMust have the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing\r\nMust be able to pass all required tests and training requirements for the position\r\nMust be able to work in a team environment\r\nMeets Denny's uniform and grooming standards and maintains them throughout the shift\r\nMust be able to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights, and weekends\r\nMust have excellent guest service skills\r\nMust be dependable and able to learn basic tasks and follow instructions\r\nMust place a value on diversity and shows respect for othersREASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:The Company 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. 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