Server (Restaurant)

The Banana Leaf Apolo Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Banana Leaf Apolo Pte. Ltd. is seeking a welcoming Server to join our front-of-house team in Singapore. You will guide guests through our authentic Indian menu, ensure a memorable dining experience, and maintain a clean, efficient dining space.

Responsibilities include seating guests, taking accurate orders with attention to dietary needs, coordinating courses, and handling payments at the POS. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required to ensure smooth service.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a server in a fast-paced restaurant.
• Experience with Indian cuisine is a strong plus.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of food safety, dietary restrictions, and allergy protocols.
• Ability to multitask and stand or walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests warmly, seat them promptly, and present menus with enthusiasm.
• Explain regional Indian dishes, preparation methods, and customize spice levels.
• Record orders accurately using the POS and relay dietary requests to the kitchen.
• Assist guests with meal curation and ensure timely course delivery.
• Suggest traditional drinks and pairings to complement dishes.
• Clear dishes, replenish beverages, and keep the dining area clean.
• Present checks and handle cash/card transactions at the POS.
• Complete pre-shift setup and post-shift side-work to keep service ready.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a welcoming and attentive Server to join our front-of-house team. In this role, you will deliver exceptional hospitality, guide guests through our authentic Indian menu, and ensure a memorable dining experience.

Key responsibilities

• Welcome guests warmly, seat them promptly, and present menus with enthusiasm

• Explain regional Indian dishes, preparation methods (such as tandoor and curry styles), and customize spice levels to suit guest preferences

• Accurately record food and beverage orders using the POS system and communicate special dietary or allergy requests (e.g., vegetarian, vegan, nut allergies) clearly to the kitchen

• Assist guests with curating balanced meals for sharing—coordinating starters, breads (naan/roti), mains, and accompaniments (raita, chutneys)—and manage timely course delivery

• Recommend and serve traditional drinks (such as lassi or chai), beers, wines that complement spiced cuisine

• Clear plates and glassware between courses, replenish water and beverages, and maintain a clean, organized dining area

• Present checks, handle cash and card transactions accurately, and operate the point-of-sale system efficiently

• Complete pre-shift setup (rolling silverware, setting tables) and post-shift side-work to keep the restaurant ready for service

About you

• Previous experience as a server in a fast-paced restaurant environment (experience with Indian cuisine is a strong plus)

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills

• Strong knowledge of food safety, dietary restrictions, and allergy protocols

• Ability to multitask, remain calm under pressure, and stand or walk for extended periods

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required