Waiter at Emerge Egress Consulting
Emerge Egress Consulting
Nairobi, Kenya
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 3 weeks from now
Job description
## Title: Waiter
Role Objective
Our client, a leading hotel, is seeking a customer-centric waiter to contribute to a delightful guest experience.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
- Welcome guests and assist with queries and requests efficiently with refined hospitality
- Provide food and beverages promptly and courteously
- Offer menu explanations and suggest pairings; provide expert recommendations
- Maintain pristine table setups including cutlery polishing, linen care, and floral arrangements
- Ensure immaculate station upkeep throughout service
- Take orders correctly and ensure efficient service
- Ensure proper sequence of courses and communicate clearly with kitchen staff
- Promote beverage sales and upsell menu items while maintaining high service standards
- Present bills to customers and ensure settlement in accordance with hotel procedures
- Ensure prompt table clearance and reset
- Clean and refill cruet and condiment sets
- Coordinate seamlessly with kitchen, bar, and other relevant departments
- Address guest complaints professionally or escalate to relevant authority
- Professionally resolve service recoveries when needed
- Collect feedback to continuously elevate standards
- Set up and break down the restaurant before and after service per brand standards
- Maintain cleanliness of all work areas and equipment with proper storage and care
- Perform any other duties as delegated
Qualifications
- Certificate in Hospitality Management, Food and Beverage Service, or related field
- At least 1 year of similar experience in service at a busy, high-end restaurant
Key Competencies
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent problem-solving abilities