Servers - Denny's South Beloit

Rremc-Restaurants,-Llc,-DBA-Denny; South Beloit (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tips

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Denny's is seeking friendly servers to welcome guests and deliver food and drinks with attentiveness. You will take orders, relay to the kitchen, and ensure timely service while upselling specials and menu items. You’ll also process payments and participate in a collaborative FOH/BOH team environment.

Ideal candidates have serving or FOH experience, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting. Must be 18+ with flexible availability for 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.
• Confidence in upselling and guest engagement.
• Basic math and cash-handling skills.
• Must be 18+.

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 to recommend specials, combos, and popular menu items.
• Process payments efficiently (cash, card, digital).
• Collaborate with FOH and BOH teams to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Customer service

Upselling

Cash handling

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 the Denny'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

Preferred

3 months

Equal Opportunity Employer
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