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Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview

At IHOP of Covington, we are more than just a restaurant; we are a thriving community of dedicated and passionate individuals. Our commitment to creating and maintaining a great work environment ensures that every team member can thrive and grow with us. Located in the heart of the Covington, Ruby Enterprises offers a vibrant company culture and meaningful connections with our local community. Join us and be a part of something special.

Job Summary

The role of an IHOP hostess or host primarily involves creating a positive first impression for guests. They greet and welcome customers, seat them at appropriate tables, manage waiting lists during busy times, and communicate with servers and kitchen staff to ensure a smooth flow of guests. Hosts / hostesses also answer customer inquiries and maintain a clean and organized waiting area. Their goal is to provide excellent customer service and enhance the overall dining experience.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain professional functional working relationships with IHOP Team Members and guests.
  • Greet guests as they enter the restaurant (within 30 seconds) and seat them as soon as a table is available.
  • Rotate station seating to ensure the quality of guest service.
  • May handle guest complaints, inquire about the quality of the dining experience, thank guests and invite them to return.
  • Handle cash in an accurate and responsible manner.
  • Take register readings, make interim cash reports, count cash register receipts and make frequent cash drops according to Company cash-control policies.
  • Answer the telephone, take messages and take and complete all To Go orders.
  • Maintain guest checks in numerical order.
  • Maintain a waiting list as necessary.
  • Check restrooms every 30 minutes to ensure proper stock levels and cleanliness.
  • Clear, clean and reset tables and clean chairs, booths and floors after guests leave.
  • Perform cleaning duties according to posted cleaning charts.
  • Comply with IHOP uniform and appearance standards per IHOP SOP guidelines.
  • Perform other assignments or tasks as assigned by the General Manager, Assistant Manager or acting supervisor.

Qualifications

  • Strong customer service skills are essential for creating a positive and welcoming environment for guests.
  • Effective communication is key for interacting with guests, servers, and kitchen staff.
  • Hosts / hostesses should have a friendly and outgoing personality to make guests feel welcome.
  • Ability to manage waiting lists and seating assignments efficiently, especially during busy times.
  • The role may involve handling waiting guests during peak hours, so the ability to remain calm and composed under pressure is important.
  • Accurate seating assignments and communication with servers are crucial for guest satisfaction.
  • Collaborative skills to coordinate with servers and kitchen staff for efficient table turnover.
  • Being able to adapt to changing situations and guest needs is important.
  • The ability to handle customer concerns or issues professionally and find suitable resolutions.
  • Managing multiple tasks, such as answering phones, seating guests, and checking for online / TOGO orders.
  • If responsible for taking payments, basic math skills and cash-handling experience may be necessary.
  • Maintaining a neat and professional appearance, including adhering to the restaurant's dress code.
  • Punctuality and reliability are highly valued in the restaurant industry.
  • Adherence to health and safety guidelines to ensure guest and staff safety.
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