Waiter

Job Description for Waiter

- When a customer enters a restaurant, he or she is greeted.

- introduces guests to the menu and informs them of daily or seasonal specials.

- Responds to inquiries regarding menu items, ingredients, and pricing.

- Accepts food and beverage orders from customers by writing them on a ticket, typing them into a tablet, or memorizing them.

- Customer orders are forwarded to the kitchen staff for preparation.

-Takes food orders from the kitchen, checks them for accuracy, and serves them to customers.

- Assures that customers are happy with their food and processes extra course orders as needed.

- Cleans tables by removing used dishes, glasses, and utensils.

- Processes cash payments and, if necessary, returns change to customers.

- Arranges dishes, glasses, and flatware on tables and replenishes condiments.

- Maintains knowledge of menu items, specials, and general information about the restaurant.

- Daily or on a regular basis, they meet with managers and wait staff to learn about menu changes and specials, as well as to discuss forthcoming reservations and customers with specific requirements.