Top 49 Restaurant Associate Skills

Below we've compiled a list of the most important skills for a Restaurant Associate. We ranked the top skills based on the percentage of Restaurant Associate resumes they appeared on. For example, 26.5% of Restaurant Associate resumes contained Food Safety as a skill. Let's find out what skills a Restaurant Associate actually needs in order to be successful in the workplace.

These Are The Most Important Skills For A Restaurant Associate

1. Food Safety

high Demand

Here's how Food Safety is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Followed food safety and sanitation procedures.
Serviced guest in a high paced, time conscious environment while adhering to food safety guidelines.
Maintained food freshness in accordance with health and food safety regulations.
Follow Business and Food Safety Program.
Followed all policies and procedures for food safety Resolved customer complaints quickly and efficiently

Operate point of sale system Provide excellent customer service Maintain cleanliness of building Practice food safety Help close down restaurant at night

2,254 Food Safety Jobs

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2. Kitchen Equipment

high Demand

Here's how Kitchen Equipment is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Operated all kitchen equipment adeptly.

47 Kitchen Equipment Jobs

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3. Customer Service

high Demand

Here's how Customer Service is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume, fast-paced operations.
Worked quickly while providing excellent customer service.
Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
Assisted customers while maintaining customer service values
Prepared sandwiches, ran cash register, cleaned front and back of restaurant, developed great customer service knowledge and skills

Cash handling, customer service, balance drawer, petty cash, and place orders for inventory.
Provided excellent customer service and clerical duties in accordance with the company policies and procedures.
Maintain a fast - paced place while providing great customer service.
Provide customer service to everyone in the convenience store.
Prepare coffees and specialty drinks, and customer service.

Provided great customer service and maintained relationships with clients.
Gained basis in customer service and retail.
Cashier, customer service, bake, desserts, serve, cook, maintenance, pages.
Provided direct customer service to in store and drive thru customers.
Provide excellent customer service Maximize restaurant sales Guest satisfaction and reinforce teamwork

Cashier Serving food to guests Cleaning work station frequently Providing satisfactory customer service
Provided customer service Collected payments and balanced cash till Maintained Facility Operations Assisted in training new employees Community Involvement
Cashier Preparation of food Dish washer Cleaning Customer service/complaints
cashier experience up sale food products and promotions created pizzas customer service
Grill experience Restocking of food supplies Customer service Barista experience (Starbucks) Sanitation of kitchen area

3,223 Customer Service Jobs

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4. Customer Orders

high Demand

Here's how Customer Orders is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Take customer orders on the phone, prep pizzas, and assist any customers with any needs.
Requested and record customer orders, and compute bills using cash registers.
Verified customer orders were correct then delivered orders to correct table.
Write customer orders and sales contracts according to company guidelines.
Operate cash register (take customer orders).

Cooked Food for Customer Orders.
Process payment for customer orders.
Request and record customer orders, and compute bills using cash registers, multicounting machines, or pencil and paper.
Requested customer orders and depressed keys of mullioning machine to simultaneously record order and compute bill.
Provided excellent customer service * Prepared menu items for customer orders * Efficiently disinfected and sterilized establishment

pack customer orders to make sure that all condiments are added.
Prepare customer orders Keep restaurant clean and tidy, ready for business Run registers Prepare dough daily Open and close restaurant

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5. Menu Items

high Demand

Here's how Menu Items is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
Promoted the sale of new menu items based on the customer and their preferences.
Prepare menu items, process payments, and train new staff.
Assist head cook expediting specific menu items while ensuring quality.
Worked on the grill and prepared menu items.

Handled and prepared various menu items.
Waitressed briefly, serving coffee, burgers, breakfast, and other menu items.
Trained new employees Suggested menu items based on customers' dietary preferences

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6. Financial Transactions

high Demand

Here's how Financial Transactions is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Processed orders and completed financial transactions using cash register/POS system.

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7. Dishwasher

high Demand

Here's how Dishwasher is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Register, Dishwasher, deli, customer service, Cleaned work area, cleaned tables, Prep
Moved up quickly from dishwasher to cook, then finally to head of customer relations.
Worked as a line cook and dishwasher and helped train new employees at these positions.
Cashier, Cook, Food Handler, Dishwasher, Maintenance Crew Member.
Cashier * Dishwasher * Stock foods (shelves, refrigerators, freezer) * Take orders (in store and telephone)

board of health cleaning) Dishwasher.

30 Dishwasher Jobs

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8. Communication

high Demand

Here's how Communication is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Maintain interpersonal and communication skills in a fast pace environment.
Practiced proper communication skills throughout the restaurant
Function as the communication link between and among food production in the kitchen.
Provided excellent customer care.SKILLS Strong communication skills.
Related Skills: Communication, teamwork, flexible Supervisor: Protus Endeley (703-923-3131 /604-4406)

176 Communication Jobs

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9. Safety Standards

high Demand

Here's how Safety Standards is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Maintained sanitation, health and safety standards in all work areas.
Maintained food safety standards at all times.

8 Safety Standards Jobs

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10. Clean Bathrooms

high Demand

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11. Phone Calls

high Demand

Here's how Phone Calls is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Cashier, answered phone calls, clean lobby, stocking, and cooking.
Answered phone calls and take down orders.
Answered telephone calls and responded to inquiries.

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12. Inventory Control

high Demand

Here's how Inventory Control is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Assisted management with monthly inventory control and weekly stock ordering.

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13. POS

high Demand

Here's how POS is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Encouraged good behaviors using the positive reinforcement method.
Communicated clearly and positively with co-workers and management.
Keep positive attitude towards customers and co-workers.
Learned from this position to be diligent for one's fellow employees and customers for the sake of streamlined service.
Created a positive working environment which lead to a more satisfied customer service base.

Promoted a positive attitude for the team, as well as the members.
Learned how to be productive and positive in high-pressure situations.
Learned new positions and promptly mastered new and difficult obstacles.
Assisted in the post shift breakdown and cleaning process.
Prepared daily/weekly sales reports to post to General Ledger.

Switched between each position according to store needs.
Attended customers with a positive and upbeat attitude.
Dispose of garbage in proper waste/refuse containers.
Performed transactions utilizing the Aloha POS system.
Reconciled cash drawers and made bank deposits.

Cashier for different positions in the restaurant.
Experience with Point of Sale (POS) terminals.
Experience with answering telephones and representing the company in a positive manner.
Count down tils and make deposits.
Created a high-quality dining experience for Panera customers through service, integrity, and contagious positivity

412 POS Jobs

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14. Sales Floor

high Demand

566 Sales Floor Jobs

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15. Company Standards

average Demand

Here's how Company Standards is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Maintained a neat, well-groomed appearance including impeccable personal hygiene, hair restraint and minimal jewelry that met company standards.
Maintained products, materials, and resources in accordance with government and company standards.
Worked to ensure product quality met company standards.
Bar Manager * Maintain and supervise bar area to meet company standards.

46 Company Standards Jobs

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16. Quality Standards

average Demand

Here's how Quality Standards is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Maintain quality standards for food storage.
Observe and evaluate workers and work procedures to ensure quality standards and service, and complete disciplinary write-ups.
Provide general restaurant preparation Maintain the highest quality standards of area cleanliness Provide extraordinary service and support.

181 Quality Standards Jobs

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17. Service Areas

average Demand

Here's how Service Areas is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Ensured there where adequate food and beverages ready to be served in the dining and food service areas i.e.
Stock service areas with supplies such as coffee, food, tableware, and linens.
Ensured the dining service areas are properly set-up and maintained throughout the day.
Prepared and served food to patrons Provided great customer service Cleaned service areas
Cleaned and tidied service areas.

119 Service Areas Jobs

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18. Special Events

average Demand

Here's how Special Events is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Assisted in customer orders, kept dining and play areas clean and neat, organized birthday party or special events.
Scheduled dining reservations and designed parties and special events for diners.
Participated in special events, including catering and county fairs.
Trained new sales associates Executed marketing promotions and special events Greeted guest upon arrival and calculated guest checks.
Prepared & Delivered Meals Daily For In-House And Outside Residents Stocked Inventory for Community Village Store & Caf Catering for Special Events

32 Special Events Jobs

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19. Ice Cream

average Demand

Here's how Ice Cream is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Scooped ice cream, prepared burgers and fries, operated cash register
Provided timely service in fountain drinks and ice cream products.
Cooked food also made ice cream Maintain a clean food preparation
Managed the Ice Cream Bar (appx.

49 Ice Cream Jobs

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20. High Standards

average Demand

Here's how High Standards is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Organized and performed cleanup to meet high standards of restaurant Responsible for restocking carts and storing them in a timely manner

64 High Standards Jobs

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21. Meal Prep

average Demand

Here's how Meal Prep is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Helped with meal preparation, serving, and cleaned food preparation equipment, work areas, and counters and tables.

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22. Powerpoint

average Demand

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23. Storage Areas

average Demand

Here's how Storage Areas is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Take and record temperature of food and food storage areas such as refrigerators and freezers.
Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
Selected food items from serving or storage areas and place themin takeout bags.

49 Storage Areas Jobs

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24. Preventative Maintenance

average Demand

25. Drink Orders

average Demand

Here's how Drink Orders is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Packaged menu items into bags or trays and placed drink orders into carriers.
Greet and seat customers -Take drink orders -Deliver take-out food -Wash dishes -Bust tables

2 Drink Orders Jobs

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26. High Volume

average Demand

Here's how High Volume is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Maintained high standards of customer service during high volume, fast-paced situations.
Assist in serving customers in high volume periods.

68 High Volume Jobs

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27. Safety Procedures

average Demand

Here's how Safety Procedures is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Followed food safety procedures according to company policies and health and sanitation regulations.
Trained workers in food preparation, service, sanitation, and safety procedures.
Trained new employees on proper food handling and safety procedures.

25 Safety Procedures Jobs

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28. Guest Satisfaction

average Demand

Here's how Guest Satisfaction is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Maintained guest satisfaction in Retail and Restaurant stores.

70 Guest Satisfaction Jobs

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29. Quality Products

average Demand

30. Positive Attitude

low Demand

Here's how Positive Attitude is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Maintained an energetic and positive attitude while dealing with co-workers.

116 Positive Attitude Jobs

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31. Company Policies

low Demand

Here's how Company Policies is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Adhere to company policies and standards as part of the Panera team, Part time position.

290 Company Policies Jobs

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32. Front Counter

low Demand

Here's how Front Counter is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Front counter and drive through cashier, front of house cleaning duties.
Managed the front counter operations.
Cashiered for the front counter and drive through Maintained store maintenance Provided quick customer service

11 Front Counter Jobs

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33. Resident Care

low Demand

34. Cooking Surfaces

low Demand

Here's how Cooking Surfaces is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.

35. WCS

low Demand

Here's how WCS is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Sell WCS food items and increasing sales through up-selling and suggestive selling.

36. Erickson

low Demand

Here's how Erickson is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Maintain the Erickson Retirement Communities philosophy and "Vision statement.

37. Simple Foods

low Demand

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38. Kmart

low Demand

Here's how Kmart is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Handled cash Customer Service Marketing Prepared foodKmart/Little Caesar's Chicago, IL

39. Display Cases

low Demand

Here's how Display Cases is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Cleaned and maintained the beverage area, display cases, equipment, and order transaction area.
Clean, stock, and restock workstations and display cases.

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40. Regular Basis

low Demand

Here's how Regular Basis is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Conducted and administered performance evaluations for hourly staff on regular basis.
Assisted in the opening and closing of the store on a regular basis.

4 Regular Basis Jobs

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41. Exact Standards

low Demand

Here's how Exact Standards is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Prepare orders to exact standards and specifications of the customer.

42. Stock Shelves

low Demand

Here's how Stock Shelves is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Stock shelves, and mark prices on shelves and items.

43. Proper Preparation

low Demand

Here's how Proper Preparation is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Provide consistent quality offerings through the proper preparation and display of products

44. Safe Environment

low Demand

Here's how Safe Environment is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Greet customers courteously and attentively Maintain a clean and safe environment Handle all cash and credit transactions Assist with restaurant daily settlement

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45. Staff Members

low Demand

Here's how Staff Members is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Trained new staff members on customer service including rules and regulations.
Trained over 30 new staff members in the restaurant.
Assisted in organizing participation in charitable events Engaged with public to market business at events Oversaw staff members to ensure quality preparation

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46. Identify Prices

low Demand

Here's how Identify Prices is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Establish or identifY prices of product, tabulate bills using cash using cash registers/pos register.

47. Computer System

low Demand

Here's how Computer System is used in Restaurant Associate jobs:

Entered orders into the computer system quickly and in proper sequence.

9 Computer System Jobs

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48. Osha

low Demand

49. New Merchandise

low Demand

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20 Most Common Skills For A Restaurant Associate

Food Safety 33.0%
Kitchen Equipment 16.8%
Customer Service 12.4%
Customer Orders 5.8%
Menu Items 4.0%
Financial Transactions 3.6%
Dishwasher 2.8%
Communication 2.0%
Safety Standards 1.9%
Clean Bathrooms 1.8%
Phone Calls 1.8%
Inventory Control 1.8%
POS 1.8%
Sales Floor 1.7%
Company Standards 1.6%
Quality Standards 1.5%
Service Areas 1.4%
Special Events 1.4%
Ice Cream 1.4%
High Standards 1.4%

Typical Skill-Sets Required For A Restaurant Associate

Rank	Skill	Percentage of Resumes Percentage
1	Food Safety	26.5%
2	Kitchen Equipment	13.5%
3	Customer Service	10.0%
4	Customer Orders	4.7%
5	Menu Items	3.2%
6	Financial Transactions	2.9%
7	Dishwasher	2.2%
8	Communication	1.6%
9	Safety Standards	1.5%
10	Clean Bathrooms	1.5%
11	Phone Calls	1.5%
12	Inventory Control	1.5%
13	POS	1.5%
14	Sales Floor	1.4%
15	Company Standards	1.3%
16	Quality Standards	1.2%
17	Service Areas	1.1%
18	Special Events	1.1%
19	Ice Cream	1.1%
20	High Standards	1.1%
21	Meal Prep	1.0%
22	Powerpoint	1.0%
23	Storage Areas	0.9%
24	Preventative Maintenance	0.9%
25	Drink Orders	0.9%
26	High Volume	0.9%
27	Safety Procedures	0.9%
28	Guest Satisfaction	0.9%
29	Quality Products	0.9%
30	Positive Attitude	0.8%
31	Company Policies	0.8%
32	Front Counter	0.8%
33	Resident Care	0.8%
34	Cooking Surfaces	0.8%
35	WCS	0.7%
36	Erickson	0.6%
37	Simple Foods	0.6%
38	Kmart	0.6%
39	Display Cases	0.6%
40	Regular Basis	0.6%
41	Exact Standards	0.5%
42	Stock Shelves	0.5%
43	Proper Preparation	0.5%
44	Safe Environment	0.4%
45	Staff Members	0.4%
46	Identify Prices	0.4%
47	Computer System	0.4%
48	Osha	0.4%
49	New Merchandise	0.4%
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