Host

Applebee's; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Health insurance

Tip income

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee meals and discounts

Paid training and career development

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Applebee’s in Slidell, LA is hiring Hosts/Hostesses to welcome guests, manage seating, and create a great first impression from the moment they walk through the door.

No prior restaurant experience is required, and flexible scheduling is available. Training provided, with opportunities for growth and advancement.

Qualifications

• Friendly, outgoing personality.
• Reliable and dependable.
• Strong communication skills.
• Comfortable interacting with guests.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Flexible schedule.
• Reliable transportation.
• Previous restaurant or customer service experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with a friendly and positive attitude.
• Manage restaurant seating and guest flow.
• Maintain an accurate waitlist.
• Escort guests to tables.
• Communicate wait times and seating information.
• Answer guest questions and provide helpful service.
• Keep the entrance, lobby, and host area clean and organized.
• Support servers, managers, and other team members as needed.
• Help create a welcoming guest experience.

Skills

Friendly personality

Reliable

Strong communication

Team player

Flexible scheduling

Transportation

Job description

Host / Hostess

Hiring Now | Flexible Scheduling | No Experience Required | Weekly Pay

Applebee’s is hiringHosts / Hostessesto welcome guests, manage seating, and create a great first impression from the moment they walk through the door.

Pay & Earnings

• $12–$16/hour
• Weekly pay
• Employee meals and discounts

What You’ll Do

• Welcome guests with a friendly and positive attitude
• Manage restaurant seating and guest flow
• Maintain an accurate waitlist
• Escort guests to tables
• Communicate wait times and seating information
• Answer guest questions and provide helpful service
• Keep the entrance, lobby, and host area clean and organized
• Support servers, managers, and other team members as needed
• Help create a welcoming guest experience

Why Work at Applebee’s?

• Flexible scheduling
• Fun, fast-paced team environment
• No restaurant experience required
• Training provided
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Employee meals and discounts
• Hiring now with opportunities to start quickly

Our Culture

We believe great restaurants start with great people.

Our values are:

• Passion– Have fun while striving for excellence.
• Integrity– Do what's right.
• Connect– Build strong relationships.
• Respect– Value different perspectives.
• Own It– Take ownership of your impact and results.

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible scheduling
• Health insurance available to eligible team members based on hours worked and plan requirements
• Tip income / high earning potential
• Paid time off (PTO) available to eligible team members who meet the applicable average-hours requirement
• Employee meals and discounts
• Paid training and career development
• Opportunities for advancement

Benefits and eligibility may vary based on position and location.

What We’re Looking For

• Friendly, outgoing personality
• Reliable and dependable
• Strong communication skills
• Comfortable interacting with guests
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to remain active throughout the shift
• Flexible schedule
• Reliable transportation
• Previous restaurant or customer service experience is a plus, but not required

Also known as:Host, Hostess, Restaurant Host, Restaurant Hostess, Greeter, Guest Service Host, Front Door Specialist, FOH Team Member.

About Big River Restaurants

Big River Restaurants owns and operates36 Applebee’s restaurants across the Greater St. Louis and Louisiana areas. Our mission is to empower our people, recognize success, and exceed our own expectations and those of our guests.

Important:

You are applying for employment with a franchisee of Applebee’s, not Applebee’s corporate or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your employer. Franchisees are independent business owners and establish their own wage and benefit programs, which may vary by franchisee and location.

Compensation: Minimum Wage