Waiter job summary
A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.
Example of a Waiter job summary
Our restaurant is looking for a motivated food runner to support our staff and improve the dining experience for our customers. The successful applicant will be expected to relay important information between management, kitchen staff and servers, as well as customers and servers. During our busy hours, we expect the food runner to assist servers, performing any tasks necessary to ensure a high-quality customer experience. Not only will the ideal candidate have great communication skills, but also will be ready to work in a fast-paced environment that requires attention to detail and the ability to multi-task. Experience isn’t required, but a willingness to learn is.
Waiter responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.
- Welcome each guest with a smile and friendly greeting
- Help customers with orders by explaining dishes and drinks and making recommendations as appropriate
- Coordinate food orders to guarantee timely and efficient delivery to guests
- Refill water and periodically check on guests to handle any issues promptly
- Maintain our high food safety and sanitation standards
- Clean and reset tables
Waiter qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- Great verbal and written communication capabilities
- Flexibility to work different shifts
- The ability to work quickly and adapt on the go
- Excellent customer service skills
- Able to lift and carry up to 35 pounds
- Able to walk or stand for nearly 100 percent of shift
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