Captain / Senior Captain (French-Japanese Fusion Cuisine Restaurant)

GAIA JAPANESE CONCEPT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A fine dining restaurant located in Singapore is seeking a Captain/Senior Captain to join their team. The role involves assisting with table setup, ensuring excellent service, managing guest inquiries, and training new staff. Candidates should have 1-3 years of relevant experience in fine dining and a strong knowledge of food and beverage. Flexible working hours are required, including shifts and weekends.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant experience, preferably in Fine Dining.
• Strong knowledge in relevant cuisine and beverage.

Responsibilities

• Assist the team with preparation and table setup.
• Demonstrate knowledge of restaurant menus.
• Escort guests and provide recommendations.
• Ensure accurate entry of orders into the POS system.
• Manage guest inquiries and concerns.
• Handle reservations and communications.
• Adhere to sanitation and safety regulations.
• Guidance and training for new staff.

Skills

Fine Dining Experience

Knowledge in Food and Beverage

Customer Service Skills

Job description

About the Restaurant

Loca Niru embodies the harmonious fusion of nature, creativity, and the artistry of both Japanese and French culinary techniques. Helmed by Chef Shusuke Kubota, the restaurant celebrates craftsmanship through innovative dishes that honour tradition while pushing creative boundaries, bringing together ingredients from various cultures and traditions, served in perfect harmony in a single space, where guests can enjoy the creations, atmosphere, and indulge in the moment. At Loca Niru, we don't just serve food, we tell stories through cuisine. Each dish is served with a vision of bringing forward the story behind every ingredient used, and how it makes an impact in our everyday lives around the world. Loca Niru aims to provide guests with a takeaway that is more than just dining - a learning experience, a journey.

This position as a Captain / Senior Captain will report to Supervisor / Assistant Manager / Restaurant Manager.

This upcoming new restaurant is located at the central area of Singapore.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist the team to perform preparation, table set up and ensure proper handling of all operating equipment
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the restaurant menus and products to provide excellent service
• Escort guests to their table and provide recommendation and information proactively
• Ensure orders are keyed into Point-of-Sale system accurately and efficiently
• Manage and resolve any concerns and questions from guests
• Handle reservations, enquiries and channel all telephone messages received to the relevant party
• Adhere to compliance of sanitation and safety regulations
• Provide guidance, and train new staff on restaurant operations
• Any other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• 1 - 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in Fine Dining
• Prior experience working in a pre-opening team would be advantageous
• Possess strong knowledge in food (relevant cuisine) and beverage
• Comfortable with flexible work hours including shifts, split shifts, weekends, and public holidays

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