Waitress/bar Staff - Maidstone, United Kingdom - The A Brand
1 week ago
Description
_Indulgence Desserts Café_
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We are looking for a skilled Waitress to take orders and deliver food and beverages to our customers for our luxurious café in Maidstone._
The right 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.
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 playerand be able to effectively communicate with our Kitchen Staffto 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
- Upsell 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
Requirements and skills
- Proven work experience as a Waiter or Waitress
- Handson experience with cash register and ordering information system
- Basic math skills
- Attentiveness and patience for customers
- Excellent presentation skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to perform well in a fastpaced environment
- Active listening and effective communication skills
- Team spirit
- Flexibility to work in shifts
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Salary:
£15,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Flexitime
Schedule:
- Flexitime
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Loyalty bonus
- Performance bonus
- Quarterly bonus
- Safety bonus
- Tips
- Yearly bonus
Work Location:
In person
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