Front of House - Cashier

Gotts Partners Lp; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Gotts Partners Lp is seeking a Front of House Associate to deliver exceptional guest service, greet guests warmly, take orders, and support lobby cleanliness. You will manage phone interactions, process payments, and ensure accurate guest orders while communicating effectively with the team.

Responsibilities include handling POS transactions, maintaining station cleanliness, and providing enthusiastic beverage and food service in line with Gott’s recipes. Availability for weekends is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Restaurant service background and experience.
• CA Food Handlers Certification required.
• Must wear close-toed, non-slip shoes.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests in a warm and friendly manner both in the restaurant and on the phone.
• Provide information to guests about the menu’s food and beverage offerings.
• Incorporate selling techniques for food and beverage specials as well as other targeted promotions.
• Take accurate orders using the POS system and process credit card, gift card and cash payments.
• Handle and reconcile cash by managing receipts and cash transactions.
• Keep the station clean, organized and stock items necessary to execute the job.
• Respond to guest inquiries and requests in a timely, friendly, and efficient manner.
• Build relationships with the guests as they dine at the restaurant.
• Communicate with staff and managers about guest needs; understand and follow Gott’s allergen policies and procedures.
• Deliver beverage and food orders to the guests with enthusiasm.
• Follow the restaurant Standard Operating Procedures.
• In a professional manner, greet and complete pick up for phone and online customer orders.
• Confirms the accuracy of the order prior to handing over to the delivery driver.
• Provide responsible and knowledgeable alcohol service where appropriate, check IDs for alcohol purchases and complete the necessary service training to know the rules of alcohol service.
• Following Gott’s recipes to make exceptional house beverages including, shakes, lemonades, and tea.
• Assist in Restaurant Upkeep
• Keep all areas clean and tidy – re Health and Safety Standards and always look presentable to the guest.
• Dish management.
• Assist with ensuring the cleanliness of sidewalks, trash areas, parking lots and restrooms.
• Perform opening and closing cashier, bar, and service areas.
• Ensure that the areas are left clean and presentable at the end of each shift.
• Assist fellow team members with additional job duties as business dictates and is required.
• Help fellow team members wherever necessary to maintain positive working relationships.
• Assist with side work including, but not limited to, cleaning, stocking, sauce, and food item portioning.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas throughout the day by clearing, collecting, and returning food and beverage items to proper areas.
• Inspect cleanliness and presentation of all glassware.
• Clear tables in a timely and efficient manner.
• Properly sanitize all high-touch areas of the restaurant and inform management of all safety and/or sanitation hazards.

Skills

English communication

Fast-paced

Multitasking

Focus

Troubleshooting

Lifting 25 lbs

Weekend availability

Friendly demeanor

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary: The Front of House Associate is responsible for providing exceptional customer service to our guests, warmly welcome them to the restaurant, take orders, provide cleaning support to the lobby, manage incoming phone calls, organize, and ensure accuracy of guest orders and communicate all information effectively to entire team.Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Safety Statement: All employees shall follow safe practices according to the Injury and Illness Prevention Policy (IIPP), render every possible aid to safe operations, and report all unsafe conditions or practices immediately to any management employee or Human Resources.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Guest ServicesWelcome guests in a warm and friendly manner both in the restaurant and on the phone.Provide information to guests about the menu’s food and beverage offerings.Incorporate selling techniques for food and beverage specials as well as other targeted promotions.Take accurate orders using the Point of Sale (POS) system and process credit card, gift card and cash payments.Handle and reconcile cash by managing receipts and cash transactions.Keep the station clean, organized and stock items necessary to execute the job.Respond to guest inquiries and requests in a timely, friendly, and efficient manner.Build relationships with the guests as they dine at the restaurant.Communicate with staff and managers about guest needs; understand and follow Gott’s allergen policies and procedures.Be confident in taking the lead in any guest issues that may arise during your shift and communicate these to your manager immediately.Maintain a composed, professional, and calm demeanor.Follow established tip handling procedures.Deliver beverage and food orders to the guests with enthusiasm.Follow the restaurant Standard Operating Procedures.In a professional manner, greet and complete pick up for phone and online customer orders. Confirms the accuracy of the order prior to handing over to the delivery driver.Provide responsible and knowledgeable alcohol service where appropriate, check IDs for alcohol purchases and complete the necessary service training to know the rules of alcohol service.Following Gott’s recipes to make exceptional house beverages including, shakes, lemonades, and tea.Assist in Restaurant UpkeepKeep all areas clean and tidy – re Health and Safety Standards and always look presentable to the guest.Dish management.Assist with ensuring the cleanliness of sidewalks, trash areas, parking lots and restrooms.Perform opening and closing cashier, bar, and service areas.Ensure that the areas are left clean and presentable at the end of each shift.Assist fellow team members with additional job duties as business dictates and is required.Help fellow team members wherever necessary to maintain positive working relationships.Assist with side work including, but not limited to, cleaning, stocking, sauce, and food item portioning.Maintain cleanliness of work areas throughout the day by clearing, collecting, and returning food and beverage items to proper areas.Inspect cleanliness and presentation of all glassware.Clear tables in a timely and efficient manner.Properly sanitize all high-touch areas of the restaurant and inform management of all safety and/or sanitation hazards.Important Service Standards for Restaurant Operations:Always show up to work on time, on the correct day, and dress appropriately for shift - following company Uniform Standards.Be prepared to work hard with a smile!Know what is going on and what your duties entail while on shift.Always have high expectations for service levels; a can-do attitude, positive communication and be a team player.Other duties to ensure the successful operation of the restaurant, as assigned.Supervisory Responsibilities: N/AFront of House Associate Preferred QualificationsEducation/Experience:High School diploma or GEDMinimum 6 months customer service experience.Restaurant service background and experience.Other:CA Food Handlers Certification required.Must wear close-toed, non-slip shoes.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Communicates well in English.Ability to work in high paced work environment.Ability to Multitask.Ability to focus for an entire shift.Trouble shooting and prioritizing skills.Able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.Must be able to work weekends and holidaysFriendly, welcoming personality.Clear, effective verbal communication skills.Attention to DetailPhysical Demands:N (Not Applicable) - Activity is not applicable to this occupation.O (Occasionally) - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0-2.5 + hrs/day)F (Frequently) - Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5-5.5 + hrs/day)C (Constantly) - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 + hrs/day)Stand-C, Walk-C, Sit-O, Handling/Fingering-C, Reaching Outward-F, Reaching Above Shoulder-O Climb-O, Crawl-O, Squat or Kneel-O, Bend-F, Working at the Computer-FLift/CarryPush/PullOther Physical Requirements10 lbs or LessC12 lbs or LessFVision (Near, Distance)11 lbs to 20 lbsF13 lbs to 25 lbsFSense of Sound (i.e. kitchen equipment sounds)21 lbs to 50 lbsO26 lbs to 40 lbsOSense of Touch51 lbs to 100 lbsO41 lbs to 100 lbsOAbility to wear Personal Protective Equipment (non-slip footwear, safety glasses, gloves)Over 100 lbsNOver 100 lbsOWork Environment:The work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.