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Host/Hostess plays a critical role in the restaurant as they are the one who give our guests the first and the last impression of the restaurant and a large part of the nights effectiveness is orchestrated from hostess able to run a smooth shift.

Job Description Accountability Reporting to the General Manager and Restaurant Manager, the Host/Hostess greets and seats guests in a friendly and courteous manner, receives payment and assists other service personnel as needed to provide total guest satisfaction. Responds to and addresses guests concerns. Key Business Areas A “Key Business Area” is an area of performance in which the Host/Hostess must be successful to meet their accountabilities. Successful results in the Key Business Areas are supported by the following behaviors or actions: • Greets guests immediately in a friendly manner upon arrival and acknowledges at departure, • Demonstrates a sense of urgency and meets service cycle timing standards, • Seats guests at clean, dry tables utilizing proper seating rotation, • Determines and provides for any special needs of guests, • Maintains guest waiting list and adheres to proper seating order procedures, • Describes promotions and suggestively sells while seating guests; takes initial beverage order, • Attends to any other guest needs during the entire dining experience as warranted, • Demonstrates safe cash handling procedures in accordance with policy and accurately completes cash, credit card, and discount transactions, • Uses proper telephone etiquette, • Enters and delivers “To Go” orders correctly, • Addresses complaints promptly in a courteous manner, and notifies the supervisor of any issues, • Assists service personnel in providing beverage orders and refills and clearing and setting tables, • Willingly assists other team members without being asked, • Maintains proper supply of clean menus, • Lifts and carries supplies and equipment up to 30 lbs., • Demonstrates knowledge of station and floor breakdowns, • Possesses strong product and menu knowledge, • Maintains foyer area of restaurant to be clean, organized and inviting to guests, • Completes all required side-work, including deep cleaning assignments, • Provides courteous service and is cordial to all team members and guests, • Adheres to Denny’s Brand Standards and internal policies and procedures Essential Functions • Must have ability to raise a tray weighing up to 25 lbs., • Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, wipe, lift, and grasp, • Must have sufficient mobility to move and operate in work area, • Must be able to stand and walk during entire shift, • Must be able hear well in a loud environment to respond to employee and guest needs, • Must possess basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide), • Must meet any state, county or municipal regulation pertaining to health risk concerns about food handling, • Must be able to observe and differentiate between monetary denominations, • Must be able to operate point of sale system, • Must be able to work around potentially hazardous chemicals, • Must be able to pass all required tests and training requirements for the position, • Must be able to work flexible schedule, including holidays, nights and weekends, • Must have excellent guest service skills, • Must have ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, • Must be able to work in a team environment, • Meets Denny’s uniform and grooming standards and maintains them throughout the shift Employer may amend, change, or modify the responsibilities and duties of this position to meet business needs as necessary. This job description does not constitute a contract for employment and may be changed at the discretion of the Employer with or without notice.

Job Description Join the Global Leader in Vibe Dining! Why Join Our Team? • Comprehensive Benefits Package, • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Full Time Restaurant Employees. Part Time Employees are not eligible for health benefits., • Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance – Employee Paid., • Voluntary accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance – Employee paid., • Traditional and Roth 401(k) Plan – All Employees, • Exclusive Perks & Growth Opportunities, • Employee Dining Discounts and/or Complimentary Onsite Meals, • Career Development & Limitless Growth Opportunities, • If you reside in Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington, D.C., you are entitled to Paid Sick Time in accordance with state and local regulations., • Paid Time Off, • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) As a Host/Hostess, you will be the first and last impression for our guests, ensuring they feel welcome from the moment they arrive until they leave. Your mission is to manage reservations, coordinate seating, and enhance the guest experience while maintaining a smooth front-of-house flow. Key Responsibilities • Warmly greet and welcome guests upon arrival, ensuring a positive first impression, • Manage OpenTable reservations and coordinate seating to optimize service flow, • Assist guests with special seating requests whenever possible, • Communicate table availability and wait times to guests in a professional manner, • Provide menus and introduce guests to their server upon seating, • Maintain a clean and organized host stand and menu area, • Answer incoming phone calls, provide information, and handle reservation inquiries, • Assist with concierge outreach and brand representation at off-site events, • Monitor the dining area, update the Maître D/Lead Host on table status, and help coordinate seating rotation, • Thank guests as they leave and invite them to return for another unforgettable experience, • Assist fellow team members with bussing tables, running food, or supporting service as needed, • Adhere to health and sanitation regulations and uphold THE ONE GROUP’s high hospitality standards, • Always represent THE ONE GROUP professionally, this includes maintaining an elevated appearance and being comfortable in heels (if applicable), • Outgoing and engaging personality with a passion for hospitality, • Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills in a fast-paced setting, • Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift trays when needed, • Experience with OpenTable or similar reservation systems preferred, • Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays This is more than a job—it’s a career opportunity with limitless potential in an expanding global brand. If you’re ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, apply today and join us in delivering an unmatched dining experience! We use eVerify to confirm U.S. Employment eligibility.

Job Description Join the Global Leader in Vibe Dining! Why Join Our Team? • Comprehensive Benefits Package, • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Full Time Restaurant Employees. Part Time Employees are not eligible for health benefits., • Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance – Employee Paid., • Voluntary accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance – Employee paid., • Traditional and Roth 401(k) Plan – All Employees, • Exclusive Perks & Growth Opportunities, • Employee Dining Discounts and/or Complimentary Onsite Meals, • Career Development & Limitless Growth Opportunities, • If you reside in Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington, D.C., you are entitled to Paid Sick Time in accordance with state and local regulations., • Paid Time Off, • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) As a Host/Hostess, you will be the first and last impression for our guests, ensuring they feel welcome from the moment they arrive until they leave. Your mission is to manage reservations, coordinate seating, and enhance the guest experience while maintaining a smooth front-of-house flow. Key Responsibilities • Warmly greet and welcome guests upon arrival, ensuring a positive first impression, • Manage OpenTable reservations and coordinate seating to optimize service flow, • Assist guests with special seating requests whenever possible, • Communicate table availability and wait times to guests in a professional manner, • Provide menus and introduce guests to their server upon seating, • Maintain a clean and organized host stand and menu area, • Answer incoming phone calls, provide information, and handle reservation inquiries, • Assist with concierge outreach and brand representation at off-site events, • Monitor the dining area, update the Maître D/Lead Host on table status, and help coordinate seating rotation, • Thank guests as they leave and invite them to return for another unforgettable experience, • Assist fellow team members with bussing tables, running food, or supporting service as needed, • Adhere to health and sanitation regulations and uphold THE ONE GROUP’s high hospitality standards, • Always represent THE ONE GROUP professionally, this includes maintaining an elevated appearance and being comfortable in heels (if applicable), • Outgoing and engaging personality with a passion for hospitality, • Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills in a fast-paced setting, • Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift trays when needed, • Experience with OpenTable or similar reservation systems preferred, • Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays This is more than a job—it’s a career opportunity with limitless potential in an expanding global brand. If you’re ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, apply today and join us in delivering an unmatched dining experience! We use eVerify to confirm U.S. Employment eligibility.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • Employee discounts, • Competitive Compensation Responsibilities • Welcome guests with a smile and inform them of the wait time, • Seat guests at their tables, taking into consideration server availability and guest needs, • Provide guests with menus and inform them of any available specials, • Accept payment for meals and operate the cash registerQualifications, • Previous experience as a host/hostess, server, or busser is preferred, • Friendly and outgoing personality, • Excellent communication skills, • Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing for long periods and carrying trays, • Familiarity with food safety guidelines, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, • Must be available weekends from 9am to 6pm

Job Description Accountability Reporting to the General Manager and Restaurant Manager, the Service Assistant maintains the restaurant’s interior and exterior, keeping all areas clean and organized. Keeps dining room tables cleaned and sanitized. Maintains adequate supply of pots, pans, dishes, glassware, utensils and ice in service areas throughout shift. Keeps front and back of the house area clean, organized and stocked, at all times, to provide timely guest service Key Business Areas A “Key Business Area” is an area of performance in which the Service Assistant must be successful to meet their accountabilities. Successful results in the Key Business Areas are supported by the following behaviors or actions: • Busses, cleans, and resets tables, • Checks restrooms and hand washing stations every half hour for cleanliness and supplies, • Maintains exterior curb appeal, keeps restaurant exterior and parking lot free of debris, • Maintains restaurant interior to be clean, safe and inviting for guests and employees, • Regularly cleans and inspects dish machine and other machinery as required, maintains proper dish machine chemical levels, • Properly sorts and washes all dishware and promptly replenishes kitchen and dishware in service areas, • Immediately cleans up spills and broken glasses and dishes, • Addresses complaints and requests promptly in a courteous manner and notifies the supervisor of any issues, • Assists with stocking deliveries; rotates perishable stock in accordance with standards, • Performs sidework and other deep cleaning duties as assigned, • Willingly assists others without being asked, • Provides prompt and courteous service and is cordial to all team members and guests, • Completes all other tasks and duties as assigned, • Must be able to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs throughout shift; places items on high and low shelves in store rooms, service areas, walk-in coolers and freezers, • Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, wipe, lift, and grab, • Must have sufficient mobility to move and operate in work area, • Must be able to work inside and outside, • Must be able to observe wares for cleanliness and chemical labels for safe handling, • Must be able to stand and walk during a 4 to 8 hour shift, • Must be able to frequently immerse hands in water, • Must be able to work with all Denny’s menu products, • Must be able to hear well in a loud environment to respond to employee and guest needs, • Must meet any state, county or municipal regulation pertaining to health risk concerns about food handling, • Must be able to tolerate extreme temperature changes in kitchen and freezer areas, • Able to work in a team environment, • Meets Denny’s uniform and grooming standards and maintains them throughout the shift, • Must be able to pass all required tests and training requirements, • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights and weekends, • Possesses excellent guest service skills, • Able to learn basic tasks and follow instructions Employer may amend, change, or modify the responsibilities and duties of this position to meet business needs as necessary. This job description does not constitute a contract for employment and may be changed at the discretion of the employer with or without notice.

Job DescriptionService Team Member position at PORKFOLIO KOREAN BBQ at the Westfield Santa Anita, CA Passionate and motivated Host / Hostess who can help make a difference in a thriving company. Our busy restaurants mean consistent hours, flexible schedules and the opportunity to make a great income – as well as a lot of friends and memories along the way! Our in-depth training will set you up for professional success, no matter where your career takes you. Team work isn't just practiced at PORKFOLIO Korean BBQ, it's the foundation. We create an exciting work environment with a culture focused on family, fun, and community. We cook simply delicious, fresh-high-quality food daily. Our valued restaurants feel family-run, where we foster personal and meaningful connections within our communities, resulting in a large following. We are currently seeking Host / Hostess to join our team. We bring together caring, warm, fun, and intelligent people who love to serve, and who represent our mission to pursue our purpose in hospitality. This is an excellent career growth opportunity for a food service professional with experience and a desire to learn, grow, and lead others. What You'll Need: ● One-year experience in a full-service restaurant preferred ● Great Communication skill ● Resourceful, clean & organized working habits with strong attention to detail ● Personable, outgoing, energetic team player with a positive attitude ● Sense of urgency with a commitment to learn ● Ability to think quickly on their feet and multi-task with ease in a fast-paced environment ● Ability to communicate effectively ● Flexible availability including nights, weekends and holidays Food, Hospitality and/or Customer Service experience ● A team player with an adaptable and positive can-do attitude ● Accountable in upholding high standards ● Able to be calm and maintain order under pressure ● Able to be hospitable and maintain high levels of service ● Must be conscious of physical presentation and have clean work habits What You'll Do: ● Provide genuine hospitality and high level of guest service and satisfaction ● Greeting all guest at the front entrance ● Provide estimate wait time and table availability ● Provide explanation of the menu ● Opening and closing duties needed to set-up and break down front line area ● Stay knowledgeable of our changing menu to effectively communicate all ingredients to guests including critical dietary information ● Operate POS register ● Greet guests, guide the customer journey and resolve guest issues Our Benefits: ● Competitive salary ● We are growing, and want you to grow with us ● A friendly, fun, and positive work environment, with a supportive team ● A clear career path with opportunities for advancement and career development ● Healthy + delicious shift meals The statement in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications. PORKFOLIO Korean BBQ is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. These positions are subject to a criminal background check About PORKFOLIO Korean BBQ… PORKFOLIO Korean BBQ offers a selection of delicious premium BBQ meats in a chic industrial setting. Our signature 8 flavors of pork belly feature thick scrumptious slices of the exclusive premium pork belly in an array of flavors. For the beef aficionado, we have a choice of Argentine Grass Fed, USDA Prime and Japanese Wagyu breed, which is famed for its melt-in-your-mouth texture. With a well-trained staff at the full-service BBQ Korean restaurant, diners can simply sit back enjoy their favorite drink and conversation whilst the food is expertly prepared for them at their table.

Job DescriptionBenefits/Perks • Flexible Scheduling, • Competitive Compensation, • Career Advancement Opportunities Job SummaryWe are seeking a Host/Hostess in the city of RANCHO CUCAMONGA to join the team at our thriving restaurant. In this role, you will welcome guests, lead them to their seats, and inform them of any specials. Your goal is to quickly build rapport with patrons and make them feel welcome. The ideal candidate is friendly, outgoing, and committed to providing an exceptional dining experience. Responsibilities: • Welcome guests with a smile and inform them of the wait time, • Seat guests at their tables, taking into consideration server availability and guest needs, • Provide guests with menus and inform them of any available specials, • Previous experience as a host/hostess, server, or busser is preferred, • Friendly and outgoing personality, • Excellent communication skills, • Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing for long periods and carrying trays, • Familiarity with food safety guidelines, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment