IHOP in Cookeville, TN is looking to hire a full- or part-time Server / Waiter / Waitress to deal directly with the guests and ensure they have a wonderful visit. Are you collaborative and hardworking? Does starting a career in the food service industry excite you? Would you like to work with an established local restaurant? If so, please read on!

This serving position earns a competitive wage starting at $2.13 per hour plus tips and then increases to $2.50 per hour plus tips after four months. Some shifts offer $7.25 per hour plus tips depending on the schedule. We provide great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and paid vacation time for full-time team members. We are also providing our team with a new discount program that offers discounts on travel, gyms, cell phones, restaurants, auto purchases, apparel, and electronics. Additionally, our team members get free shift meals. If this sounds like the right full- or part-time food service opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT IHOP

Since 1958, IHOP has been the place where people can connect over breakfast, enjoy study breaks, grab a bite to eat before or after sporting events, and so much more. No matter what menu items our customers order, one ingredient is always a constant - a smile. In fact, smiles are so much a part of our culture that we changed our logo to include one. We know the shortest distance between two people is a smile. Our values of integrity, excellence, innovation, accountability, inclusion, trust, and community are ingrained in everything that we do, ensuring our customers always receive the highest quality of service.

When you work for IHOP restaurants, we encourage you to "be the pancake you wish to see in the world." Our team members are more than just traditional employees. They help create smiles for the future with their warm and friendly service. To show our appreciation for all the hard work that our employees do, we promote a supportive work environment that encourages building lifelong friendships and offers opportunities for professional growth.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SERVER / WAITER / WAITRESS

In this food service position, you play a huge part in the experience each customer has at our restaurant! As guests come in you warmly greet them, promptly take orders, and follow up to ensure exceptional customer service. Your awareness serves you well as you refill drinks and clear dishes at appropriate times. In addition to serving-related tasks, you perform other responsibilities like cleaning and presetting tables, stocking, and practicing superior cash handling standards when collecting payments.

Your problem-solving skills come in handy when you need to rectify guest complaints, and you always promptly notify the management of these situations. Whether you're interacting with customers or coworkers, you always behave in a professional manner and follow uniform guidelines. Overall, you love working with lots of different people and having the opportunity to be an important part of the team!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A SERVER / WAITER / WAITRESS

• Ability to be on your feet for long periods of time and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Exceptional customer service skills

Experience with computers is preferred but is not required. Are you adaptable and able to work well under pressure? Can you effectively prioritize multiple tasks? Do you have solid interpersonal and communication skills? Can you represent our company in a professional manner? Are you service-oriented? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you a team player and willing to help out wherever you're needed? If yes, you might just be perfect for this full- or part-time food service position!

WORK SCHEDULE FOR A SERVER / WAITER / WAITRESS

This serving position is full- or part-time and works a varied and flexible work schedule.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR RESTAURANT SERVING TEAM?

If you feel that you have the right serving skills for this full- or part-time food service job with our restaurant, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: 38501