Waiter/Waitress at Residency Hotels Limited
Residency Hotels Limited
Lagos, Nigeria
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 3 weeks from now
Job description
## Title: Waiter/Waitress
Position Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated professional to join Residency Hotels Limited as a Waiter/Waitress.
Location & Benefits
- Location: Ogidi, Anambra State
- Accommodation: Provided
- Salary: Attractive
Key Responsibilities
- Greet and escort customers to their tables
- Present menu and provide detailed information about portions, ingredients, and potential food allergies when asked
- Prepare tables by setting up linens, serviette stands, ware, cutlery, and glasses
- Inform customers about daily specials and offer menu recommendations
- Up-sell additional products when appropriate
- Take accurate food and drink orders using POS ordering software, order slips, or memorization
- Communicate order details to kitchen staff
- Serve food and drink orders
- Check dishes and kitchenware for cleanliness and presentation, reporting any issues
- Arrange table settings and maintain a tidy dining area
- Deliver bills and collect payments
- Clear dirty plates, glasses, and trays to the kitchen for cleaning
- Meet with supervisors or superiors to review daily specials, menu changes, and service specifications for reservations
- Follow all relevant health department regulations
- Provide excellent customer service to guests
Required Skills & Experience
- Proven work experience as a Waiter or Waitress
- Hands-on experience with cash register and ordering information systems (e.g., IPMS)
- Basic math skills
- Attentiveness and patience with customers
- Excellent presentation skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with the ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment
- Active listening and effective communication skills
- Team spirit and collaborative approach
- Flexibility to work in shifts
- High school diploma (food safety training is a plus)