Waiter – Rooi needed at One&Only Resorts

Job Summary

• As a waiter you must be able to perform all duties of a Busser and a Food Runner.  A Waiter must be able to multi task, prioritize and remain calm under pressure.  As a Waiter you are responsible primarily for taking care of the tables in your section and giving your guests the best possible service

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively and respectfully to guests on all levels.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully to all members of staff.
• Multi task and prioritise your work.
• Explain the Nobu concept effectively.
• Understand timing of dishes and order your food accordingly.
• Understand out times and handle your tables accordingly.
• Read tables and understand guests’ needs and dislikes.
• Take orders correctly and communicate them to the relevant sections.
• Follow up your orders.
• Carry trays confidently and comfortably.
• Carry plates confidently and comfortably.
• Have full knowledge of the food menu.
• Have full knowledge of the bar and sake bar products.

Throughout the evening you must also be checking the following: –

• Stations that need clearance.
• Other Waiters that may need your assistance.
• Empty glasses on tables.
• Empty plates on tables.
• Guests that may need assistance.
• Drinks that need to be picked up from the bar and sake bar.
• Dishes that need to be picked up from the kitchen or sushi bar.
• Table maintenance.
• Report to your superior if you notice a guest that may be under 18yrs of age and are ordering or drinking alcoholic beverages.

Skills, Experience & Educational Requirements

• Fluent in written and spoken English, other languages a distinctive advantage
• To be able work well under pressure and able to work shifts
• 2 years’ experience in a similar capacity
• To be able to communicate effectively and do multi tasks
• Strong beverage knowledge