Server - Breakfast
About the role
Thrive Restaurant Group is a family-owned restaurant company that’s been serving communities for over 50 years, and we’re looking for the next member of our family. As we open our innovative dual-branded Applebee’s/IHOP restaurant, we’re building a team that’s passionate about hospitality, teamwork, and creating memorable experiences for every guest—morning, noon, and night. We are committed to making a difference in the lives of the people we serve and the communities where we live. If you enjoy working in a fun, family-oriented atmosphere and are interested in learning business, leadership, and hospitality, this is the place for you. Our Purpose: To make a difference by serving guests with genuine hospitality, great food, and exceptional service. As a Server, you'll create memorable dining experiences by delivering outstanding service, building meaningful connections with guests, and providing knowledgeable recommendations from both the Applebee's and IHOP menus.
Responsibilities
- Welcome guests with a friendly, engaging attitude and provide attentive service throughout their dining experience.
- Take food and beverage orders accurately, answer guest questions, and make recommendations from both the Applebee's and IHOP menus.
- Deliver food and beverages promptly while ensuring order accuracy and presentation standards are met.
- Create a warm, welcoming atmosphere by anticipating guest needs and responding promptly to requests.
- Enter guest orders accurately into the point-of-sale system and communicate effectively with the kitchen and bar.
- Present guest checks, process payments accurately, and complete all cash and credit card transactions.
- Assist with clearing, cleaning, and resetting tables to maintain an inviting dining environment.
- Support fellow team members to ensure an exceptional guest experience throughout the restaurant.
Qualifications
- A genuine desire to care for others while growing and learning.
- Positive attitude with a passion for hospitality.
- Ability to learn and confidently describe both Applebee's and IHOP menu offerings, promotions, and beverage selections.
- Reading, writing, basic math, verbal communication, and cash-handling skills.
- Mobility required throughout the entire shift.
- Ability to transport food, beverages, plates, glasses, and service items throughout the restaurant multiple times during a shift.
- Ability to transport glass racks and beverage cases weighing up to 25 pounds as needed.
- Ability to maintain cleanliness by wiping tables, booths, chairs, and picking up debris throughout the restaurant.
Physical Requirements
- This position requires regular physical activity throughout each shift.
- Team members must be able to: Move throughout the restaurant and communicate effectively with guests and team members.
- Frequently handle and grasp items weighing up to 5 pounds.
- Occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Bend, stoop, reach, and stand for extended periods.
- Maintain adequate vision to assess cleanliness and operate touchscreen point-of-sale systems.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Pay
This position is paid at the applicable tip-credit minimum wage, plus tips where permitted by law. Total earnings will vary based on business levels, shift availability, and tips received.
Schedule
Hours of Operation: Sun - Thursday: 7am-10pm; Friday - Saturday: 7am - 12am