Server/Waiter/Waitress

The candidate should create 100% guest satisfaction by providing ‘Yes I Can’ genuine hospitality and by exceeding guest expectations:

Communicates and demonstrates ‘Yes I Can’ service to other employees. Gives personal attention, takes personal responsibility and uses teamwork when providing guest services. Listens, apologises with empathy, finds a solution and follows through when resolving guest problems. Assumes the responsibility to notice when the guest is not satisfied and uses best judgement as to when it is appropriate to use the 100% guest Satisfaction Guarantee. Performs other duties as required to provide ‘Yes I Can’ genuine hospitality.

 Ensures customer satisfaction by courteously greeting customers and promptly escorting them to their seats:

Presents menus, suggests cocktails and/or daily specials. Exhibits knowledge of all items on the menu and wine list. Takes order. Prepares order for presentation to guest. Replenishes water. Makes and pours coffee for the customers. Clears table throughout dining experience using proper methods for removing dishes, glassware and silverware. Processes customer restaurant bills promptly and accurately. Cleans tables, chairs and floor area. Resets table quickly. Polishes silverware and folds linen. Check the overall condition of the dining room, ensuring its readiness for customers. Assists service team as necessary to meet or exceed guest expectations. Log book and reservations must be read at the beginning of each shift. Possesses a valid liquor card at all times. Acquires a working knowledge of hotel, in-house facilities and local information to respond to customer questions in these areas. Promote all other services the hotel provides. Informs supervisor/manager of any customer dissatisfaction. Performs all duties and responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with established company policies and procedures to achieve the overall objectives of this position.

 Adheres to hotel policies and procedures:

Attends work on time and as scheduled. Follows hotel grooming, hygiene and dress standards. Minimise safety hazards by following all safety rules and procedures. Refrain from personal conversations with other staff at the main entrance. Fill out time sheet on the completion of each shift, and have supervisor co-sign.

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