Waiter or Waitress
- Full-time
Company Description
We are looking for a skilled Waiter or Waitress to take orders and deliver food and beverages to our customers.
Job Description
- Greet and escort customers to their tables
- Present menu and provide detailed information when asked (e.g. about portions, ingredients or potential food allergies)
- Prepare tables by setting up linens, silverware and glasses
- Inform customers about the day’s specials
- Offer menu recommendations upon request
- Up-sell additional products when appropriate
- Take accurate food and drinks orders, using a POS ordering software,order slips or by memorization
- Communicate order details to the Kitchen Staff
- Serve food and drink orders
- Check dishes and kitchenware for cleanliness and presentation and report any problems
- Arrange table settings and maintain a tidy dining area
- Deliver checks and collect bill payments
- Carry dirty plates, glasses and silverware to kitchen for cleaning
- Meet with restaurant staff to review daily specials, changes on the menu and service specifications for reservations (e.g. parties)
- Follow all relevant health department regulations
- Provide excellent customer service to guests
- Attentiveness and patience for customers
- Team spirit
Qualifications
- Good working knowledge of accepted sanitation standards and health codes.
- Able to handle work in a fast-paced environment.
- To be successful in this job, you will need a thorough experience with hot and cold food preparation.
- Proven work experience as a Waiter or Waitress
- Basic math skills