When to do follow-up call/visit for job application?

Question

I went in and applied for a serving position a week ago. When I handed in the application the hostess said that if I call for a follow-up I should ask for a certain person who is the hiring manager. I'd never heard of follow-up calls until now so I need some advice. 
Should I call today or wait another couple days or another whole week? 
ALSO
I think I'll say "Hello, my name is soandso. I turned in an application for a serving position last week. I'm calling to see if you got a chance to look it over and to let you know I'm still very interested in the position." Does that sound good? would you add anything?

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

I would at least give it a few days, maybe even a week. I applied for a serving position at Cracker Barrel, and called maybe a few days later and asked for a manager. They set up a couple interviews, and I got hired. Just let them know you put in an application and was wondering if they had looked over any of them. If they are interested in you, they will call you back and set up an interview. You just have to be patient.

When to do follow-up call/visit for job application?

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