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Happy Camper

Gluten-free, vegetarian handheld meals and snacks

Host

Full-Time
$19.29 - $24/hr+ Referral reward
Entry
Denver, CO, USA
In Person
Food Service & HospitalityDining, Bar & Counter Service

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
  • Ability to provide top-notch customer service in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work well under pressure with all restaurant staff.
  • Ability to do high-quality work while unsupervised.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time.
  • Ability to safely lift and maneuver trays of food when necessary.
  • Willingness to follow instructions and ask questions for clarification when needed.
  • Ability to handle money accurately and operate a point-of-sale system.
  • Ability to work in a busy restaurant environment.
  • Restaurant experience is a plus.
  • Customer service skills.
  • Point-of-sale system skills.
  • Ability to stand and walk for a minimum of eight hours or as needed.
  • Ability to exert well-paced and frequent mobility for periods of up to eight hours or as needed.
  • Ability to frequently reach, feel, bend, stoop, carry, finely manipulate, and key in data.
  • Ability to work in warm and cool environments.
  • Ability to tolerate potential allergens, including peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood, and shellfish.
  • Must be eligible to legally work in the United States.
Responsibilities
  • Greet guests as they enter with an energetic and positive attitude.
  • Create and maintain a wait list when necessary.
  • Use OpenTable effectively.
  • Provide guests with menus and answer initial questions.
  • Seat guests at tables or in designated waiting areas.
  • Assign guests to preferred tables while keeping table rotation in mind so servers receive the appropriate number of customers.
  • Respond to complaints and help resolve them or involve a manager.
  • Answer phone calls, take reservations, and answer general guest inquiries.
  • Maintain working knowledge of the food and beverage menu.
  • Acknowledge guests as they leave.
  • Maintain company culture.
  • Fill in as needed to ensure smooth and efficient restaurant operation, as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor.
  • Comply with health and food safety standards.
  • Restock the floor and bathrooms as needed.
  • Maintain cleanliness in all host-stand areas, including counters, menus, computers, shelves, and storage areas.

About the company

Happy Camper makes wholesome, on-the-go foods that fit today’s busy lifestyle. It offers gluten-free, vegetarian snacks with vegan and paleo options, including hand pies, granola, and energy bites. The products are designed as handheld snacks that feel homemade, using whole fruits and veggies and natural preservation by freezing gluten-free pies. They sell through cafes, coffee shops, and direct-to-consumer via their website. 1) What they do: Create healthy convenience foods that are gluten-free, vegetarian options with vegan and paleo choices. 2) How it works: Frozen, handheld snacks made from whole ingredients; available online and in partner cafes, with shipping straight to customers. 3) How they differ: Clear focus on gluten-free plus vegan/paleo options, natural freezing preservation, and a homemade feel for on-the-go foods. 4) Goal: Make wholesome, ready-to-eat foods accessible and convenient for people with busy schedules.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Hapeville, Georgia

Founded

2017

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Las Vegas opened in February 2024, proving outside-Chicago demand for the concept.
  • Happy Camper keeps expanding from Homeslice into more concepts, signaling brand elasticity.
  • The company still markets growth opportunities, implying management expects additional openings soon.

What critics are saying

  • Six locations leave Happy Hospitality exposed to one bad lease renewal or market slump.
  • The 2020 server scandal shows reputation risk from frontline employee conduct and social media.
  • Restaurant margins face labor, rent, and food-cost pressure before any future expansion.

What makes Happy Camper unique

  • Happy Hospitality runs six Happy Camper and Paradise Park locations across Chicago, Denver, and Las Vegas.
  • Lettuce Entertain You partnered on the Las Vegas Strip opening in February 2024.
  • The brand combines pizza, bars, and brunch with a strong neighborhood-social format.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Employee Referral Bonus