Waiter/Waitress
Job Type : Temporary, Full Time
Salary : £10.58/hour Accrue holiday pay
Waiter/Waitress role
We are looking for 3 Waiter or Waitresses to join our team 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.
Ultimately, it is the duty of our Waiters/Waitresses to provide an excellent overall dining experience for our guests.
Responsibilities
* Waiter/Waitress will 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
* Waiter/waitress will provide excellent customer service to guests
More Information
- Address TN24, Ashford, Kent
