1. Guest Service
Warm Welcome: Greet customers immediately with a polite, friendly demeanor upon arrival.
Seating Assistance: Escort guests to their tables, ensure chairs are comfortable and stable, and accommodate special seating needs.
Menu Presentation: Provide clean, sanitized menus promptly, explain daily specials, and answer questions about ingredients, portions, or food allergies.
Order Taking: Accurately record food and beverage orders using a POS system, order pad, or memory, and repeat orders back to verify accuracy and special requests.
2. Table Management
Setup & Preparation: Prepare tables with clean linens, silverware, glassware, and place settings before service begins.
Bussing & Clearing: Quietly clear empty plates, glasses, and used silverware throughout the meal and after guests depart.
Tidiness: Wipe down tables, remove crumbs, and keep aisles and dining areas clean and hazard-free during operating hours.
3. Kitchen & Bar Coordination
Order Relay: Transmit food and drink tickets to the kitchen or bar staff quickly and accurately.
Timing & Pacing: Communicate course timing (appetizers, mains, desserts) so dishes leave the kitchen at the right temperature and sequence.
Quality Control: Inspect plates for proper presentation, correct portions, and temperature before carrying them to the table.
4. Hygiene & Stock Control
Sanitation Standards: Follow personal hygiene rules, wash hands frequently, and handle glassware and cutlery by the stems or handles.
Safety Rules: Handle hot plates, heavy trays, and sharp or broken kitchenware safely to prevent accidents.
Station Restocking: Keep side stations stocked with napkins, condiments, straws, menus, and clean dishware throughout the shift.