J23 Waitstaff Assistant

Jamul Casino; Jamul, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Jamul Casino is seeking a friendly Food & Beverage Support team member to assist wait staff in greeting and seating guests, and to help set up dining areas with utensils, napkins, glassware, and condiments.

You’ll assist in taking drink and food orders when needed, clear dishes, restock supplies, and coordinate with kitchen, bar, and servers to ensure timely service while maintaining cleanliness and guest comfort.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months’ experience in food & beverage service preferred.
• Knowledgeable of food and wine.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills.
• Available to work required schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist wait staff in greeting and seating guests.
• Set up dining tables with utensils, napkins, glassware, and condiments.
• Take drink and food orders when needed under supervision.
• Clear dishes and glasses promptly to maintain cleanliness.
• Respond to guest needs and provide napkins, refills, and condiments.
• Coordinate with kitchen, bar, and service staff to ensure timely service.
• Assist in setup and cleanup of dining areas.
• Support events and banquets when necessary.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Guest service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Assist waiter in greeting and seating guests in a friendly and efficient manner.
• Help set up dining tables with utensils, napkins, glassware, and condiments.
• Assist in taking drink and food orders from guests when needed, under the supervision of wait staff.
• Clear empty dishes and glasses from tables promptly to maintain cleanliness and ensure guest comfort.
• Respond to guest needs, such as providing additional napkins, refilling water glasses, and offering condiments.
• Ensure guests’ satisfaction by addressing minor requests and informing the waiter of guest needs.

Food & Beverage Support:

• Assist waiters with the delivery of food and beverages to tables in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ensure that all items ordered by guests are brought out accurately and quickly.
• Refill water, bread baskets, and other necessary items during the meal.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the dining area by regularly clearing away dirty dishes, trays, and glasses.
• Ensure that all food items are presented in an appealing and accurate manner before serving.

Setup and Cleanup:

• Set up and break down dining areas according to the restaurant’s standards.
• Assist in resetting tables between guests, including cleaning and organizing chairs, tables, and menus.
• Restock items such as napkins, straws, condiments, and trays to ensure the dining area is fully prepared.
• Assist in cleaning and organizing the service areas, including the kitchen, bar, and dining floor.

Team Support:

• Collaborate with waiters and other staff members to provide excellent guest service and a smooth dining experience.
• Maintain effective communication with the kitchen, front-of-house, and bar teams to ensure accurate and timely service.
• Help with the coordination of food and beverage orders to ensure the flow of service is maintained.

Health and Safety:

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining area in compliance with resort safety and sanitation standards.
• Follow all health and safety protocols, including proper handling of food and beverages.
• Ensure that tables and service areas are sanitized and ready for the next guest.
• Support the proper handling and cleaning of glassware, utensils, and dining equipment.

Other Duties:

• Support special events, banquets, or private functions when necessary, including setting up and cleaning up.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the restaurant manager or supervisor to ensure smooth operations
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Six months’ experience in food & beverage service preferred
• Knowledgeable of food and wine
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Available to work required schedule which may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed

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