Restaurant Server

IHOP is hiring full- or part-time Servers in the Knoxville area to work directly with the guests and ensure they have a wonderful visit. As a Server, you earn a competitive wage starting at $2.13 per hour plus tips and then increasing to $2.50 per hour plus tips after four months. Some shifts pay $7.25 per hour plus tips depending on the schedule. 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!

ABOUT IHOP

Come Pancake with Us!

Feeling IHOPPY about joining our pancake family? We spread joy every day, and you can too!

IHOP holds great opportunity for you. And joining our team comes with a big stack of values - growth and development opportunities, flexible schedules, and an atmosphere where you can build lifelong friendships and memories with your Team.

Our Mission, Vision & Values

Our vision and values are the core of everything we do, and we've found that Team Members who embrace and support these have the greatest opportunity for success at IHOP.

IHOP's mission is to spread more joy to more guests, every day. Through research, we found that our guests feel a sense of belonging, togetherness and joy when they dine at IHOP or eat IHOP on the go. We aim to make every guest meal at IHOP feel as comfortable and familiar as dining around their own kitchen table.

At IHOP we're masters of the griddle, carefully crafting our menu and each item we create. We ensure that our guests leave with a joyful experience each time they interact with us, by making every moment matter. Our teams go the extra mile to make every meal, experience and interaction memorable. Most importantly, we lead with a joyful attitude to share the positive energy with all of our guests and serve up smiles every day.

For more than 65 years, IHOP has been a leader, innovator and expert in all things breakfast, lunch and dinner. As our logo suggests, we hope that the IHOP experience brings a smile to our guests' faces. We strive to ensure that every trip to an IHOP is a memorable one, anchored by delicious food that's shared with great company.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SERVER

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

• 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!

BENEFITS

• Paid Vacation
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Schedules
• Free Shift Meals
• Family Discounts
• On the Job Training
• Discount Program (includes travel, gyms, cell phones, restaurants, auto purchases, apparel, and electronics)

WORK SCHEDULE FOR A SERVER

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

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR RESTAURANT 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: 37920