Host/Hostess
Company
Denny's
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time
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Job Description
Denny's is Hiring Hosts/ Hostesses - PAID WEEKLY!
A Host/Hostess at Denny’s plays a special role for our guests. You are often their first impression and last impression, and we count on you to sincerely make them feel at home – every time!
The Host or Hostess greets guests in a warm, friendly, smiling manner that welcomes them into our restaurant and sets the stage for a positive dining experience. A Denny’s Host or Hostess has a “Guests First" attitude, engaging in friendly conversation with guests as you perform duties such as:
• Suggesting new menu items from our limited time offerings.
• Receiving payment and making correct change.
• Assisting with beverages like bold, signature or flavored coffees.
• Cleaning, completing side work, and organizing supplies as needed.
• Willingly assisting other team members without being asked.
• Providing total guest satisfaction.
• Greets and welcomes all customers immediately upon arrival and verifies number in their party. Determines special needs, e.g., high chairs, special menus.
• Collects payment from customers immediately, in accordance with established cash handling procedures, inquires about food/service satisfaction and handles customer complaints/suggestions appropriately.
• Seats customers at tables/booths appropriate for their needs and those of the restaurant, and introduces feature of the day.
• Keeps hostess area stocked and clean, e.g., to-go items and bakery products.
• Handles incoming telephone calls immediately, and takes to go orders as appropriate.
• Maintains proper supply of clean menus.
• Periodically supplies customers with initial beverage suggestions and provides beverage order and refills.
• Assists service personnel in clearing and setting tables.
• Resolves complaints as he/she becomes aware of them, notifying the manager of any complaints received.
• Assists other service personnel as needed.
The typical pay range for this role is:
Minimum:$19.12 - Maximum:$21.03
Please note that this range represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade within which the position falls. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee as the actual pay will take into account a range of factors, including location and experience.
Denny's, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military or veteran's status, criminal background, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should contact 864-597-8000. PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THIS NUMBER TO CHECK THE STATUS OF YOUR APPLICATION.
Denny’s, Inc. participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information on E-Verify, please contact the DHS at 888-897-7781 or dhs.gov/e-verify. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.
A Host/Hostess at Denny’s plays a special role for our guests. You are often their first impression and last impression, and we count on you to sincerely make them feel at home – every time!
The Host or Hostess greets guests in a warm, friendly, smiling manner that welcomes them into our restaurant and sets the stage for a positive dining experience. A Denny’s Host or Hostess has a “Guests First" attitude, engaging in friendly conversation with guests as you perform duties such as:
• Suggesting new menu items from our limited time offerings.
• Receiving payment and making correct change.
• Assisting with beverages like bold, signature or flavored coffees.
• Cleaning, completing side work, and organizing supplies as needed.
• Willingly assisting other team members without being asked.
• Providing total guest satisfaction.
• Greets and welcomes all customers immediately upon arrival and verifies number in their party. Determines special needs, e.g., high chairs, special menus.
• Collects payment from customers immediately, in accordance with established cash handling procedures, inquires about food/service satisfaction and handles customer complaints/suggestions appropriately.
• Seats customers at tables/booths appropriate for their needs and those of the restaurant, and introduces feature of the day.
• Keeps hostess area stocked and clean, e.g., to-go items and bakery products.
• Handles incoming telephone calls immediately, and takes to go orders as appropriate.
• Maintains proper supply of clean menus.
• Periodically supplies customers with initial beverage suggestions and provides beverage order and refills.
• Assists service personnel in clearing and setting tables.
• Resolves complaints as he/she becomes aware of them, notifying the manager of any complaints received.
• Assists other service personnel as needed.
The typical pay range for this role is:
Minimum:$19.12 - Maximum:$21.03
Please note that this range represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade within which the position falls. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee as the actual pay will take into account a range of factors, including location and experience.
Denny's, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military or veteran's status, criminal background, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should contact 864-597-8000. PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THIS NUMBER TO CHECK THE STATUS OF YOUR APPLICATION.
Denny’s, Inc. participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information on E-Verify, please contact the DHS at 888-897-7781 or dhs.gov/e-verify. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.
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What is the federal minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in the United States as of 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor sets the federal minimum wage at $7.25 per hour for cleaning staff positions as of January 1, 2026. Employers must pay 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Twenty-seven states enforce higher minimums including $16.50 per hour in Washington state effective January 1, 2026.
How many hours per week and what leave benefits apply to cleaning staff under federal law in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor requires cleaning staff to receive overtime pay after 40 hours in a workweek as of 2026. Full-time employees qualify for up to 12 weeks of unpaid Family and Medical Leave after 12 months of employment and 1,250 hours worked. No federal paid sick leave mandate exists but 14 states require at least 40 hours of paid sick leave annually starting January 1, 2026.
What education and experience are required for cleaning staff jobs in the United States?
The U.S. Department of Labor lists no formal education requirement for cleaning staff positions as of 2026. Most employers accept applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent and 0-6 months of prior experience. Background checks are mandatory for 78 percent of janitorial contracts under federal facility standards.
What documents are needed to apply for cleaning staff jobs through official U.S. government channels in 2026?
Applicants must submit Form I-9 employment eligibility verification and a valid Social Security card to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as of 2026. A state-issued photo ID and proof of address dated within 30 days are also required for most federal contractor positions. No application fee is permitted under DOL rules.
