Waiter/Waitress/ Food Runner/ Expo

Job brief

We are looking for a skilled Waiter or Waitress to take orders and deliver food and beverages to our customers.

The right Waiter/Waitress uplifts the dining experience for customers. We are looking for someone who will have the patience, personality and perseverance to thrive in this role.

Waiter/Waitress responsibilities include greeting and serving customers, providing detailed information on menus, multi-tasking various front-of-the-house duties and collecting the bill. If you are able to perform well in fast-paced environments, we’d like to meet you. To be a successful Waiter or Waitress, you should be polite with our customers and make sure they enjoy their meals. You should also be a team player and be able to effectively communicate with our Kitchen Staff to make sure orders are accurate and delivered promptly.

Keep in mind that Waiter/Waitress duties may require working in shifts and/or occasionally during weekends and holidays.

Ultimately, it is the duty of our Waiters/Waitresses to provide an excellent overall dining experience for our guests.

Responsibilities

• 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

• Check customers’ IDs to ensure they meet minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages

• 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

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a Waiter or Waitress

• Hands-on experience with cash register and ordering information system (Toast POS)

• Basic math skills

• Attentiveness and patience for customers

• Excellent presentation skills

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment

• Active listening and effective communication skills

• Team spirit

• Flexibility to work in shifts

• High school diploma; food safety training is a plus'

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Work Remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $2.13 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Restaurant type:

• Fine dining restaurant
• Upscale casual restaurant

Shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Restaurant experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person