Counter server vs caterer/server

Differences between counter server and caterer/server duties and responsibilities

Counter server example responsibilities.

• Answer telephones and enter orders into POS system.
• Operate POS terminal to process customers' orders, swipe credit cards, and enter cash amounts.
• Provide guests with an excellent dining experience by asking questions about allergies or preferences and initiating conversation for customer confidence.
• Prepare some salads, shakes, smoothies, and juices.
• Monitor guest for intoxication and immediately report concerns to management.

Caterer/server example responsibilities.

• Experience caterer, providing services from assembling full-service buffets to serving guests at outside catering events and private parties at restaurants.
• Handle cash and credit transactions accurately through the provided POS system
• Perform accurate POS system transactions for in-seat patrons; beverage and alcohol orders.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assign stations and service areas.
• Experience training new employees, working as a server, service bartending, as well as catering large events.
• Inventory control, stocking food and beverage trail, planning events, bartending, catering, and serving guest at parties.
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