Food service Worker : COOK / WAITER / WAITRESS / CASHIER

Assurance Healthcare Staffing; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare staffing is seeking Food Service Workers for various roles including Cook, Waiter, Waitress, and Cashier. Responsibilities include food preparation, serving, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have a passion for food service and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service roles preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food and beverages.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Safety

Teamwork

Job description

About the job: Food Service Worker - COOK / WAITER / WAITRESS / CASHIER

COOKS :

• Ensure ingredients and final products are fresh.
• Follow recipes, including measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients.
• Bake, grill, steam, and boil meats, vegetables, fish, poultry, and other foods.
• Present, garnish, and arrange final dishes.
• Occasionally serve food.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, including handling utensils, equipment, and dishes.
• Handle and store ingredients and food properly.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Execute opening and closing procedures.
• Set up workstations with required ingredients and equipment.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients.
• Monitor station inventory levels.
• Accommodate guests' special requests.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as broilers, ovens, grills, and fryers.

WAITERS / WAITRESSES / CASHIERS :

• Greet and escort customers to their tables.
• Present menu and provide detailed information when asked (e.g., about portions, ingredients, or potential food allergies).
• Prepare tables by setting up linens, silverware, and glasses.
• Inform customers about the day's specials.
• Offer menu recommendations upon request.
• Upsell additional products when appropriate.
• Take accurate food and drink orders using POS software, order slips, or memorization.
• Check customers' IDs to ensure they meet minimum age requirements for alcoholic beverages.
• Communicate order details to the kitchen staff.
• Serve food and drink orders.
• Check dishes and kitchenware for cleanliness and presentation; report any issues.
• Arrange table settings and maintain a tidy dining area.
• Deliver checks and collect payments.
• Carry dirty plates, glasses, and silverware to the kitchen for cleaning.
• Meet with restaurant staff to review daily specials, menu changes, and reservation details.
• Follow all relevant health department regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service to guests.