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FOH General/Server (SUP Noodle Bar - Irvine, CA)
Irvine, CA, US
Front-of-House Staff - SUP Noodle Bar - Irvine, CA
Company: SUP Noodle Bar - part of Kei Concepts
Location: 14370 Culver Dr Unit 2H, Irvine, CA 92604
Compensation:$17.00/hour + tips
Pay varies by position
Interview Type: In-Person Interview
Host/Hostess: Must have a minimum 3 days a week both mornings and nights
Responsibilities
- Provide friendly, attentive, and responsive service to create an exceptional dining experience for every guest.
- Greet guests promptly, provide water, and assist with seating-related service needs.
- Explain menu items, specials, and menu changes, and provide recommendations based on guest preferences.
- Answer questions regarding food, beverages, ingredients, and restaurant services.
- Accurately deliver food and beverages from the kitchen to guests in a timely manner.
- Monitor each guest’s dining experience and respond promptly and courteously to requests or concerns.
- Prepare and present guest checks, process payments, handle cash, and complete credit card transactions accurately.
- Assist with takeout orders, including receiving, organizing, packaging, and preparing orders for pickup.
- Support the expo station by organizing tickets, coordinating orders, and maintaining a clean and sanitary work area.
- Perform assigned opening, closing, and side-work duties.
- Maintain clean and organized service areas throughout the shift.
- Clear and reset tables between courses and after guests leave, including removing tableware and returning dishes, silverware, and glassware to designated areas.
- Clean tabletops, chairs, booths, and surrounding floor areas as needed and properly reset tables for incoming guests.
- Assist bussers, servers, and other team members with clearing tables, resetting tables, replenishing water, serving beverages, and other service needs.
- Answer incoming restaurant calls and provide appropriate assistance to guests.
- Attend scheduled employee meetings and contribute suggestions for improving service and restaurant operations.
- Work collaboratively with the team and assist in other areas as needed to support smooth and efficient restaurant operations.
- Assist with food preparation or other additional duties as assigned by the Manager on Duty.
Qualifications
- Previous customer service or food service experience preferred; approximately 1 year preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a guest-focused approach.
- Ability to provide professional, friendly, and attentive customer service.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and sanitation.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment while managing multiple responsibilities.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Ability to remain flexible and adapt to changing business and operational needs.
- Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Basic knowledge of dining room service procedures and restaurant operations.
- Knowledge of basic sanitation requirements, proper food handling practices, and food safety standards.
- Ability to comply with applicable health and sanitation requirements.
- Basic math skills with the ability to accurately handle cash and operate a point-of-sale (POS) system.
- Ability to effectively communicate with guests, coworkers, and management.
- Ability to safely use restaurant equipment and utensils and carry trays as required.
- Strong coordination and multitasking abilities.
- Must maintain a professional, customer-oriented approach throughout the guest experience.
- Food Handler Card certification required; training hours will be provided if needed.