Denny's Server - Gurnee

RREMC Restaurants, Llc; Gurnee, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Denny's, Inc. in Gurnee, IL is seeking a friendly server to welcome guests, take orders, and deliver meals with accuracy. You will upsell specials and promote the Denny’s Rewards program while delivering a smooth dining experience.

Ideal candidates have experience in FOH roles, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting. Must be 18+ with flexible availability including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Server or FOH staff preferred.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Upselling, menu recommendations, and guest engagement.
• Must be 18+ and flexible nights/weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and provide attentive service throughout their visit.
• Take orders accurately and relay them clearly to the kitchen.
• Deliver food and beverages promptly and correctly.
• Use upselling skills to recommend specials, combos, and popular menu items.
• Ask guiding questions to help guests make selections.
• Offer confident menu recommendations based on guest preferences.
• Invite guests to join the Denny’s Rewards Program, explaining benefits.
• Process payments efficiently (cash, card, digital).
• Work collaboratively with FOH and BOH team members to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Upselling

Cash handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dennys | 6754
6429 Grand Ave
IL
Gurnee, IL 60031, USA

Description

What You’ll Do:

• Welcome guests and provide attentive service throughout their visit
• Take orders accurately and relay them clearly to the kitchen
• Deliver food and beverages promptly and correctly
• Use upselling skills to recommend specials, combos, and popular menu items
• Ask guiding questions to help guests make selections (e.g., “Would you like to add a side or are you ready for dessert?”)
• Offer confident menu recommendations based on guest preferences
• Invite guests to join theDenny’s Rewards Program, explaining benefits such as exclusive offers, birthday treats, and earning points toward free meals
• Process payments efficiently (cash, card, digital)
• Work collaboratively with FOH and BOH team members to ensure smooth service

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience as a Server, Waiter, Waitress, FOH Staff, or in customer service preferred
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Confidence in upselling, menu recommendations, and guest engagement
• Basic math and cash-handling skills
• Must be 18+
• Flexible availability - nights, weekends, holidays
• Competitive pay + tips
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Supportive team environment

Denny's, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexualorientation, genderidentity, disability, geneticinformation, militaryor veteran's status, criminal background, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.

Denny’s, Inc. participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information on E-Verify, please contact the DHS at 888-897-7781 ordhs.gov/e-verify. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.

Preferred

3 months

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