Guest-Focused Server | Learn Hospitality & Leadership

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Restaurant Group, operating Applebee's locations, is seeking a Server to provide attentive service and create memorable dining experiences. The role involves greeting guests, taking and relaying orders, and maintaining a welcoming, upbeat atmosphere across shifts.

Responsibility includes delivering food and drinks, processing payments, and assisting with table turnover while ensuring guest satisfaction and smooth restaurant operation.

Qualifications

• A desire to care for others, grow, and learn.
• A positive attitude.
• Reading, writing, basic math, and verbal communication skills required.
• Mobility required during the entire shift.
• Ability to transport items up to 25 pounds and handle duties across dining areas.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food and drinks and ongoing service to guests.
• Greet guests, answer questions and make suggestions regarding food, drinks, and service.
• Interact with all guests creating a friendly and upbeat atmosphere.
• Relay orders to service bar and kitchen via the POS system.
• Observe and serve guests responding to any needs or requests.
• Present guest checks and facilitate payment; handle change or charges.
• Participate in clearing and resetting dining room tables.

Skills

Customer care

Positive attitude

Verbal communication

Mobility

Job description

Thrive Restaurant Group, operating Applebee's locations, is seeking a Server to provide attentive service and create memorable dining experiences. The role involves greeting guests, taking and relaying orders, and maintaining a welcoming, upbeat atmosphere across shifts.

Responsibility includes delivering food and drinks, processing payments, and assisting with table turnover while ensuring guest satisfaction and smooth restaurant operation.