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Jerry's Enterprises Inc.

Hostess - Up to $17.00 an hour / depending on experience Hiring ASAP at Jerry's Enterprises Inc.

Jerry's Enterprises Inc. No longer available $17+/hour

Job Description

Location: Jerry’s Foods Sanibel

Reports to: Restaurant Manager / Deli Manager

Classification:  Non-Union

Rate of Pay: Up to $17.00 an hour / depending on experience

Hours: Sunday – Saturday, varied hours

Jerry’s work perks:

  • Store Discount
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Individuals applying for this position should be willing to:

  • Make lasting connections with our customers
  • Use proper phone etiquette when making reservations for guests
  • Bring guests to open tables and ensure tables are ready for guests
  • Assist with other restaurant duties as necessary (may be some heavy lifting-up to 50lbs)
  • Work with the team on all tasks necessary to have an awesome department
  • Be a part of a dedicated team that enjoys their job, arrives promptly for shifts, and works as scheduled
  • Jerry’s may give preference to an individual who:

  • Is friendly and outgoing and promotes customer service for the entire team
  • Can monitor restaurant conditions and determine if changes need to be made to meet guests needs
  • Is motivated to grow their career and continue learning
  • GROW with Jerry’s

    Gain new lifelong skills in customer service

    Enjoy a Rewarding work environment with a diverse group of coworkers

    Experience Opportunities for career advancement

    Maintain a flexible Work schedule

    Position functions and physical requirements may vary by store location.

    FREQUENT:

    Physical:

  • lifting/carrying to 50 lbs., pushing/pulling to 20 force pounds
  • reaching, standing, turning
  • Equipment operation:

  • scanner, register, check approval machine, coupon machine
  • Mental:

  • judgment/decision making, social skills/verbal interaction, memorization, reading, writing, math
  • OCCASIONAL:

    Physical:

  • lifting/carrying over 50 lbs.
  • squatting, stooping/bending, walking
  • Equipment operation:

  • calculator
  • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    **FREQUENT: 15% of the work shift or at least ten repetitions per work shift

    **OCCASIONAL: Approximately less than 15% of the work shift or fewer than 10 repetitions per work shift

    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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