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Example waitstaff requirements on a job description

Waitstaff requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in waitstaff job postings.
Sample waitstaff requirements
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time
  • Knowledge of proper food handling and safety procedures
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
  • Excellent communication skills, including verbal and written
  • Basic math skills for handling cash and making change
Sample required waitstaff soft skills
  • Excellent customer service skills and a friendly demeanor
  • Ability to work well in a team environment
  • Attention to detail and ability to multitask
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • Ability to handle difficult customers or situations with tact and diplomacy

Waitstaff job description example 1

Hebrew SeniorLife waitstaff job description

FULL TIME, 40 HOURS, NO LATE NIGHTS!

To courteously and professionally serve all residents and their guests meals in the dining rooms. To maintain a neat and orderly work area and inform Dining Room Manager of residents likes and dislikes

Presets tables in assigned area and follows serving and cleaning procedures as outlined in the Culinary Services manual

To be familiarized with the daily menu offerings with special regard to chef special and soup of the day

Being courteous to the members at all times, taking member food orders, serving food, bussing table and resetting table once resident has departed

Keeping dining room and work area, neat and orderly at all times. Follows daily sanitation cleaning schedules
Keeping coffee pots filled with fresh coffee and coffee station clean at all times Being alert to the likes and dislikes of residents when serving food and making the host/hostess promptly aware of any problems Attending in-service training sessions with co-workers to keep abreast of current knowledge in the field. Cooperating and coordinating work activities with co-workers to ensure a smoothly run department Performs assigned job related duties or special projects assigned by the Dining Room Manager Maintain a genuine interest in geriatric care, and must believe in and uphold the philosophy of the facility Able to display the art of food serving, must have pleasant personality and ability to communicate well with people
Qualifications:
High school graduate or equivalent required Basic computer skills Able to work flexible hours and days, including weekends and holidays Minimum of six months experience as a wait staff in an upscale hotel or restaurant Ability to pass a CORI background check and physical exam including TB test Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in verbal or written form
Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
Ability to stand for long periods of time and to walk short distances Frequent stooping, reaching and lifting Works in a clean, well lighted and ventilated environment Possible work hazards include: cuts, burns, slips and falls Follow uniform policy and good personal hygiene
Hebrew SeniorLife requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of their employment. All new hires must be fully vaccinated, which includes any recommended COVID-19 boosters, before their start date. Any exemption requests for medical or religious reasons will be considered on a case by case basis and must be processed prior to any start date.
Hebrew SeniorLife is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and competence and not influenced or affected by race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, marital status, military status, veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Waitstaff job description example 2

Woodway Country Club waitstaff job description

Woodway Country Club in Darien, Connecticut, features its main clubhouse with multiple dining rooms and banquet facilities, state-ranked 18-hole golf course, paddle courts, pool and tennis complex.

At Woodway Country Club, the Dining Room Server will consistently perform service that exceeds the expectations of the members being served by anticipating their needs. They will attend to the needs of members and guests according to well established rules of dining etiquette and perform various incidental duties to provide superior service in banquets.
SUMMARY REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and/or satisfy the productivity, performance or qualification standards for the position.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Perform assigned Dining Room side-duties.
Handle assigned station and assist other waiters with their station as necessary.
Anticipate and fulfill the needs and requests of members and guests.
Attend dining room meeting to receive instruction about menu and service.
Observe guests and respond to any additional requests and to determine when meal has been completed.
Advise supervisor of any complaints as soon as they occur.
Performs assigned clean-up and closing duties such as removing linen, bussing glasses, dishes, silverware, stack chairs, fold and move tables, return all supplies to storage areas, clean waiter areas, etc.
JOB QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Rudimentary knowledge of fine dining techniques and wines.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
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Waitstaff job description example 3

Buckner Companies waitstaff job description

  • Requires ability to move food serving and preparation equipment as needed, using up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force continuously to move objects.

  • Work deals mostly with objects, equipment and/or machines where the seeing job is at or within arm's reach. Depth perception and field of vision (peripheral) are of some importance.

  • Requires ability to walk, sit, stand sometimes for prolonged periods of time. Requires ability to turn, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, reach, push, pull, handle, and carry or otherwise manipulate objects.

  • Requires ability to safely utilize kitchen equipment and recognize differences in sound generated by equipment or machinery which may indicate operation problems or safety concerns.

  • Requires ability to work under close supervision performing routine, standardized tasks.

  • Requires ability to perform tasks with due consideration for residents in vicinity and ability to cooperate and work with other employees.

  • Requires ability to learn basic food serving, cleanliness and sanitation requirements.

  • Requires commitment to Christian principles and teachings both professionally and personally.

  • Requires ability to maintain confidentiality.

  • Requires sufficient good health to properly discharge duties. Employees shall not be permitted to work who have infectious disease or skin lesion for the duration of the communicability.

  • Requires ability to comply with Patient Rights, all regulatory requirements, and all company policies and procedures as stated now and in the future.

  • Job Perks
    At Buckner one of the ways we show value to our team members is by offering the following perks:

    • Medical and Dental benefits for employees and their eligible dependents;
    • Life insurance;
    • Short Term and Long Term Disability benefits;
    • Paid Time Off and Holidays;
    • Retirement Savings Plan; and
    • The 5-Star Fun Benefit: encourages employees to spread good cheer to their co-workers and others, creating a happy, healthy environment for all!

    The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants - with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.

    The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants - with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.

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    Updated March 14, 2024

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