Assistant Waiter.

Crew Life at Sea Ltd.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Crew Life at Sea Ltd. seeks an Assistant Waiter for cruise ships based in Cape Town. You will assist wait staff, take orders, and deliver food and beverages with professionalism aboard our vessels.

Responsibilities include setting tables, clearing dishes, restocking supplies, and maintaining dining area cleanliness. You will work with kitchen staff to ensure accurate, timely service. Ideal candidates have strong customer service, can work in a fast-paced team, stand for long periods, and are

Qualifications

• Experience in food and beverage service preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service.
• Able to work long hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Lift and carry items as needed up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Waiter in taking food and beverage orders.
• Serve food and beverages to guests promptly and professionally.
• Ensure tables are set up properly with all necessary items.
• Clear tables and clean up after meals.
• Assist with restocking and maintaining dining area cleanliness.
• Handle guest inquiries and work with kitchen staff to ensure accuracy.
• Follow safety and sanitation procedures.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures at all times.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Fast-paced

Professional appearance

Stand/walk long periods

Job description

Assistant Waiter - Cruise Ships

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Waiter in taking food and beverage orders from guests
• Serve food and beverages to guests in a timely and professional manner
• Ensure all tables are set up properly and have all necessary items
• Clear tables and clean up after guests have finished their meals
• Assist with restocking of supplies and maintaining cleanliness in the dining area
• Handle guest inquiries and complaints in a courteous and efficient manner
• Work closely with the kitchen staff to ensure orders are prepared and served correctly
• Follow all safety and sanitation procedures
• Adhere to company policies and procedures at all times

Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work well in a team
• Willingness to work long hours and on weekends and holidays
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage service
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift and carry trays and other items up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to maintain a professional appearance at all times