Restaurant Server
About The Position
Welcoming and seating diners comfortably in the dining section Taking customers' food and drink orders Collaborating with the kitchen and bar staff for prompt and correct delivery of orders Memorizing the menu and recommend appetizers, meals and drinks from restaurant wine stock Delivering a memorable dining experience by resolving all customer issues promptly Assisting with the tidying of tables, clearing leftovers and keeping the dining area neat and pleasant Setting tables and rearranging the dining area to accommodate larger groups and prepare the restaurant for special events Ensuring cooking utensils and kitchen area are cleaned after closing to comply with state regulations
Requirements
- Prior experience in a food-serving establishment is a plus
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Highly developed interpersonal skills
- Basic bookkeeping knowledge
- Working knowledge of point-of-sale (POS) systems
- High level of stamina to work to work on feet for extended periods
- Ability to work well under intense time pressure
- Dedication to on-time arrival for shifts
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and carry trays, plates and smallwares
- Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
- Ability to safely transport food or beverages to a table of three in a single trip
- Polite and hospitable attitude
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in a food-serving establishment is a plus
Responsibilities
- Welcoming and seating diners comfortably in the dining section
- Taking customers' food and drink orders
- Collaborating with the kitchen and bar staff for prompt and correct delivery of orders
- Memorizing the menu and recommend appetizers, meals and drinks from restaurant wine stock
- Delivering a memorable dining experience by resolving all customer issues promptly
- Assisting with the tidying of tables, clearing leftovers and keeping the dining area neat and pleasant
- Setting tables and rearranging the dining area to accommodate larger groups and prepare the restaurant for special events
- Ensuring cooking utensils and kitchen area are cleaned after closing to comply with state regulations
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Food Services and Drinking Places
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
