Team Member

McAlister's - Fort Walton Beach (Eglin Parkway)

Team Member

Fort Walton Beach, FL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Tossing around the idea of a new career?

    We're adding members to our family! We know our company is only as strong as our people, which is why we’re committed to providing our associates with a work environment that encourages and supports innovation, inclusion, and fun.

    Compensation and Benefits: A fresh start to your career begins here! Embark on a career that promotes growth and supports flexible schedules.

    Competitive hourly compensation – we aim to recognize your dedication and hard work.

    Complimentary meals while on duty – Great food brings us together!

    Enjoy daily pay benefits with our Earned Wage Access app, Rain – get your money before payday!

    Opportunities for advancement and growth within our organization – Join a team that encourages building lifelong friendships and memories.

    Job Summary:

    We're passionate about bringing people together with genuine hospitality and that "little something extra". We strive to provide our guests with the feeling of a warm welcome, friendly conversation or just being there to lend a helping hand. We may be in the food industry, but we're in the people business. We are the host of hundreds of get-togethers every day, and we take that responsibility very seriously. Generally, we allow our team members to choose where they would like to work however, this is all dependent upon the current needs of the store and is at the discretion of management.

    What This Position Entails:

    Welcoming and greeting our guests as they enter, thanking them for their visit as they leave – Engaging in genuine friendly conversation as you interact with our guests.

    Learning menu items and having the ability to explain our menu to the guests – Taking orders and ensuring their accuracy with the guests.

    Responsible for the cash control of your assigned cash drawers.

    Delivering orders to guests, ensuring that each order is completed and prepared properly.

    Ensuring that all guest complaints and feedback is taken seriously, and corrected promptly.

    Ensuring that the assigned station is stocked, cleaned, and ready for guest service.

    If working in the back of the house, you'll be responsible for crafting our delicious McAlister's food to the recipes and standards of McAlister's Deli.

    Requirements:

    Minimum of 1 year’s experience in the Casual Restaurant industry is required.

    High School Diploma or GED, preferred.

    Familiarity with restaurant management software (POS) is required.

    Servsafe License preferred, or able to obtain a State approved license – must be maintained per State Mandates.

    Strong knowledge of team leadership and maintaining a well-groomed appearance – uniform standards.

    Availability to work within open hours (e.g. evenings, holidays, weekends).

    Display a positive and outwardly friendly attitude towards all guests – Live the McAlister’s Touch.

    Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

    You're expected to have the awareness to recognize if you or another team member is about to fall behind and have the ability to render assistance to that station or let other team members know.

    Able to withstand comfortably the physical demands a restaurant environment holds.

    Company Overview:

    Sun Holdings, founded in 1997, is a premier provider of management services to franchise ownership teams across popular U.S. restaurant brands, including Applebee's, Arby's, Burger King, Freebirds, Golden Corral, IHOP, McAlister’s, Papa John’s, Popeye’s, and Taco Bueno. With a portfolio of over 1,200 franchises, we are the second-largest franchisee organization in the U.S. We were awarded one of 2024 America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek magazine! Sun Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    This franchise is independently owned and operated by Sun Holdings. Your application will go directly to Sun Holdings, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this location. All inquiries about employment at this location should be made directly to Sun Holdings, and not to McAlister's Corporate.