Restaurant Waiter
- Verified that prepared food met all standards for quality and quantity before serving it to customers.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
- Resolved customer complaints in a polite manner according to company policy.
- Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
- Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
- Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies and checking equipment for proper functioning at the start of shifts.
- Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
- Supported other wait staff members when needed during peak times; assisted with taking orders from large groups.