Guest Interaction and Seating :
- Welcoming Guests : Greeting guests warmly as they enter the restaurant and creating a positive first impression.
- Managing Reservations : Checking in guests with reservations, confirming details, and ensuring efficient seating.
- Seating Guests : Escorting guests to their tables and providing menus.
- Waitlist Management : Handling waitlists during busy periods and providing accurate wait time estimations.
- Providing Information : Answering guest questions about the menu, specials, or other restaurant information.
- Coordination with Staff : Communicating with waitstaff about table availability and seating arrangements.
- Assisting with Side Work : Helping with tasks like setting tables, clearing dirty dishes, or restocking supplies as needed.
- Maintaining Cleanliness : Ensuring the reception area and waiting areas are clean and well-maintained.
- Taking Orders : Accurately record customer orders, whether through phone, in-person, or online, ensuring all details are correct.
- Cash Handling : Handle money transactions accurately and efficiently, operating the point-of-sale system.
Additional Skills and Qualities :
Excellent Communication Skills : Strong verbal and written communication to interact with guests and staff effectively.Customer Service Skills : Providing a positive and helpful experience for guests.Organizational Skills : Managing reservations, seating charts, and waitlists efficiently.Problem-Solving Skills : Handling guest complaints or issues professionally.Ability to Multi-task : Managing multiple tasks simultaneously during busy periods.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.Knowledge of the restaurant menu and ordering processes.Familiarity with food safety and sanitation regulations.Basic computer skills for operating POS systems.Teamwork and the ability to work with other staff members.