A Waiter or Waitress takes orders and serves food and beverages to customers in restaurants. Answers customer questions about menu items, prepares checks and collects payment, and assists with clearing dishes and tables. May work in banquet or dining halls.
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MULTPLE POSITIONS
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MAY BE AVAILABLE
•Summary This position will be assigned to SoundSide Club and is not guaranteed a set number of hours but can be scheduled 0 - 40 hours per week.
Duties & Responsibilities:
1. As directed, secures linen, glassware and silverware, depending on the particular format (menu, food and beverages). Readies groups of tables for food and beverages, making sure that dishes, glasses and silverware meet cleanliness standards, and that linens are spotless and condiment containers are filled. Following specific instructions and rigid time schedules, secures food from kitchen, and carries beverages from bar and serves customers. Refills food and beverage containers and performs emergency cleanup services. Answers simple questions concerning menu items and food served. 2.Asks patrons what beverages are desired, and describes or suggests cocktails, highballs, wines or other beverages on request. Gives order to bartender. Adds fruit or decorations as required. Receives and places beverages on a small tray and serves patrons. Observes when patrons leave and cleans table. Returns used glassware to bar. Maintains clean work area. 3.Collects payment from patrons when drinks are served. May dispense bottled beverages, confections and tobacco or serve any other item on request of the patron. 4.Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
No previous experience or training is required; however previous wait staff/banquet experience is highly desirable. Must be able to follow simple oral instructions, prepare checks for patrons, make simple mathematical computations, and be able to follow cash handling procedures. Must be physically able to stand, stoop, bend and walk for long periods of time. Must be able to frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical examination. Must meet the appropriate minimum age requirement for serving alcoholic beverages. Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate and/or complete food handler's training. Must be able to communicate with customers and possess skill in dealing with the public. Must be able to work days, nights, weekends and holidays. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a Tier 1 background investigation with favorable results. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.
FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
