Wait Assistant

CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a renowned dining establishment where hospitality is at the core of everything we do! As a Wait Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that every guest leaves happy by providing fast-paced service with a smile. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant environment, engaging with guests and team members alike. If you thrive in a collaborative atmosphere and have a passion for delivering exceptional service, this role is perfect for you. We value our team members and are committed to creating a supportive and enjoyable work culture.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with others.
• Ability to organize and multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and clear tables, deliver food, and maintain cleanliness in dining areas.
• Interact with guests to ensure satisfaction and exceed expectations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Proper Etiquette for Table Clearing

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities: Primary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Clean and clear the tables in the dining area.
2. Bring glasses of water to newly seated guests and refill water.
3. Deliver food to the guests.
4. Carry dishes and other tableware to kitchens for cleaning.
5. Scrape the dishes, separate the silver, and stack the dishes in the dishwasher area.
6. Clean and polish counters, shelves, walls, furniture, or equipment in food service areas or other areas of restaurants.
7. Clean up spilled food or drink or broken dishes and remove empty bottles and trash.
8. Maintain specific side-work and ensure the total cleanliness and smooth operation of the restaurant.
9. Able to interact with guests and staff in a friendly/fast manner.
10. Treat guests in a manner to ensure their complete satisfaction. Always strive to exceed our guests’ expectations.
11. Report to work in a neat and clean uniform. Well-groomed hair and personal hygiene are essential.
12. Work as a team with all CRAVE’s personnel in order to maintain an effective atmosphere and an efficient food and beverage service.
13. Other duties as directed.

Knowledge and Skills:

1. Knowledge of proper etiquette for table clearing is a plus.
2. Excellent communication skills.
3. Ability to work well with others and independently.
4. Ability to organize and multi-task.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is an hourly paid position. Days and hours of work vary according to business hours and job requirements. Business operates seven (7) days a week; and hours start as early as 8:00 AM and can go as late as 2:00 AM depending on the work required.

Work Culture:

Our Wait Assistants carry out our Vision of Being the Leading Purveyor of the Spirit of Hospitality by making sure Every Guest is Leaving Happy! This role will require fast-paced service done with a smile and a high level of communication with guests, co-workers, Managers, and Chefs.