Restaurant jobs in Cape Town, Western Cape

Key Responsibilities

• Order Management: Accurately take food and drink orders, enter them into the POS system, and coordinate with kitchen and bar teams.
• Guest Relations: Welcome guests, explain daily specials, provide menu recommendations, and resolve complaints professionally.
• Sales and Upselling: Proactively promote premium menu items, drinks, and chef's specials to increase average check sizes.
• Section Leadership: Oversee a specific dining section, guide food runners, and assist in mentoring new team members.
• Environment Maintenance: Keep tables clean, set up stations, and follow strict food safety and hygiene regulations. [1, 2, 3]

Requirements and Qualifications

• Experience: 2 to 3 years of proven work experience as a waiter in a busy restaurant, hotel, or fine-dining setting.
• Product Knowledge: Deep understanding of food, wine pairings, ingredients, and allergen or dietary requirements.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with modern restaurant POS software and payment processing.
• Soft Skills: Excellent verbal communication, a polished and professional presentation, and strong multitasking abilities under pressure.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand, walk, and carry heavy trays for long shift

Pay: R30,23 - R45,00 per hour

Application Question(s):

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Education:

• High School (matric) (Required)

Experience:

• Waitering: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person