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Welcomer - Greeter

Dunmore, PA · On-site

$13.75 - $17.75/hr

Offer a sincere, personal welcome to every guest entering the restaurant. * Smile and make eye contact. * Anticipate the guest's needs and react before they need to ask. * Make each guest feel ...

Welcomer - Greeter

Frazer, PA · On-site

$13.75 - $17.75/hr

Offer a sincere, personal welcome to every guest entering the restaurant. * Smile and make eye contact. * Anticipate the guest's needs and react before they need to ask. * Make each guest feel ...

Welcomer - Greeter

Voorhees, NJ · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Offer a sincere, personal welcome to every guest entering the restaurant. * Smile and make eye contact. * Anticipate the guest's needs and react before they need to ask. * Make each guest feel ...

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How much do welcome greeter jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for welcome greeter in the United States is $15.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a welcome greeter?

Welcome Greeters are individuals employed at businesses, events, or organizations to warmly welcome guests, provide directions, and answer initial questions. They help create a positive first impression, ensure visitors feel comfortable, and often assist with check-in procedures or wayfinding. Welcome Greeters may work in settings such as hotels, retail stores, hospitals, or corporate offices. Their friendly demeanor and knowledge of the facility help enhance customer satisfaction and streamline visitor experiences.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a welcome greeter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Welcome Greeter, you need excellent interpersonal skills, a friendly demeanor, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems or visitor management software can be beneficial in some settings. Strong communication, active listening, and problem-solving abilities help create a positive first impression and address guest needs effectively. These skills are important because they ensure guests feel welcomed, valued, and supported, which enhances the overall customer experience.

What are some common challenges faced by welcome greeters and how can they be managed?

Welcome Greeters often encounter challenges such as managing high volumes of guests during peak times and addressing diverse visitor needs or concerns. Staying calm under pressure, maintaining a friendly demeanor, and quickly adapting to changing situations are essential skills. Effective communication and teamwork with other staff members help ensure smooth operations and a positive guest experience. Regular training and clear protocols also support greeters in handling these challenges confidently.

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Infographic showing various Welcome Greeter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 43% Full Time, 56% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,619 per year, or $15.7 per hour.

Welcomer - Greeter

Northfield, NJ

Friendly's (AARK Enterprises)
Food Services and Drinking Places • 5 - 10K employees

$14 - $17.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago


Friendly's Restaurant rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

53rd of 89 rated restaurants


Job description

WELCOMER  MISSION

 To insure that every guest feels welcome and glad they came to Friendly’s.

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Offer a sincere, personal welcome to every guest entering the restaurant.
  • Smile and make eye contact.
  • Anticipate the guest’s needs and react before they need to ask.
  • Make each guest feel important and special, especially kids!
  • Help the guest understand the Friendly’s experience – check if new or returning.
  • Make the guest aware of specials or featured products.
  • Maximize seating efficiency.
  • Deliver rolled, clean silverware to each table.
  • Wait until each guest is seated before presenting menus open to specials if any.
  • Constantly inspect the dining room to insure tables to be seated are perfectly reset.
  • Have impeccably neat uniforms, tables and welcome areas that are always set and ready to go
  • Create an emotional attachment to our restaurant by helping our guests create great memories.

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