Not worth it - Host/Hostess Applebee's Employee Review

1.0
6 Sept 2019
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Only thing I can say is the job is flexible with your schedule if you go to school or maybe have kids

Cons

lets start by saying long hours of work with no break to eat but yet those who smoke cigarettes can get a break to go smoke outside. You have so many responsibilities and the pay doesnt match. As a host I seat guest, buss tables, run food and drinks, clean the dining area along with restrooms. Sometimes id even have to take food orders all while being paid $4.50 a hour. yes there are tips but you split that 3% of sales tips with other host on your shift and bartender. Basically its just not worth the hassle

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5.0
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Pros

Management is amazing, helpful, and caring

Cons

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2.0
27 June 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Short drive, Half off food, Will work with you with your schedule.

Cons

GM unprofessional. Not appreciated for your experience and what u can bring to the table. Tips were poor. Poor customer base. Antiquated POS. No patience to train properly. Are bullies. Heating and AC do not work properly. Extreme favoritism. Do not recommend. Oh and if you didn't make your sales quota, u were told you would lose hours. If a table walked out without paying, they made u pay the difference. Callous, unprofessional, employees came last. Sales is all that matters.

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