Bus Attendant jobs in South Africa

1. Customer Service Skills

1. Communication: The ability to communicate clearly and effectively with customers, colleagues, and management.
2. Active Listening: Paying attention to customers’ needs, preferences, and feedback to provide exceptional service.
3. Problem-Solving: Addressing customer complaints or issues quickly and professionally to ensure satisfaction.

2. Knowledge of Food and Beverages

1. Menu Knowledge: Understanding the menu thoroughly, including ingredients, preparation methods, and the ability to answer questions about food and drinks.
2. Food Safety and Hygiene: Knowledge of safe food handling, preparation, and storage practices to ensure customer safety and satisfaction.

3. Physical Stamina and Dexterity

1. Multitasking: Ability to handle multiple tables or tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
2. Physical Endurance: F&B attendants are often on their feet for long periods and may need to lift heavy trays or equipment.
3. Coordination: Carrying multiple plates or drinks and serving them without spillage or error.

4. Attention to Detail

1. Accuracy: Ensuring orders are taken and served correctly, and customers receive the right items.
2. Cleanliness: Keeping the dining area neat and clean, including tables, floors, and utensils.

5. Teamwork

1. Collaboration: Working well with colleagues in the kitchen, bar, and other areas to provide seamless service.
2. Flexibility: Adapting to different roles and supporting others when needed.

6. Sales Skills

1. Upselling: Recommending additional items such as desserts, drinks, or specials to increase the check size.
2. Promoting Specials: Being knowledgeable about the restaurant’s promotions or specials and sharing that information with customers.

7. Time Management

1. Efficiency: Managing time effectively to ensure all customers are served promptly without compromising quality.
2. Prioritization: Recognizing which tasks are urgent and which can wait to ensure smooth service.

8. Positive Attitude and Professionalism

1. Friendly Demeanor: Always maintaining a positive, approachable attitude even in busy or stressful situations.
2. Professional Appearance: Presenting oneself neatly, following uniform guidelines, and maintaining hygiene standards.

9. Cash Handling and POS System Operation

1. Cash Management: Handling payments, making change, and processing credit/debit card transactions accurately.
2. POS Systems: Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems to enter orders and process payments quickly.

• A Food & Beverage (F&B) Attendant is responsible for serving food and drinks to customers, ensuring a pleasant dining experience. The skills required for this role are varied, as it involves a combination of technical, customer service, and interpersonal abilities.
• Welcomes guests and provides a high standard of restaurant service.
• Contributes globally to guest satisfaction through the quality of his/her work and exemplary behaviour.
• Helps increase the restaurant's revenue through his/her sales efforts.
• Promotes the F&B offer.
• Offers an attentive service to guests, adapting to any constraints.

Qualifications
Your experience and skills include:

1. Candidate must have previous F&B Experience
2. Warm and caring personality
3. Ability to work cohesively as part of a team with minimum supervision
4. Ability to anticipate and focus attention on guest needs, being professional and welcoming