Waiter

Wild Dreams Hospitality; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Wild Dreams Hospitality is seeking a front-of-house professional for a high-end restaurant in Stellenbosch. You will welcome guests, explain dishes and wine, and maintain impeccable service throughout shifts.

The role requires calm and friendly communication, strong maths for billing, and a neat professional appearance to match a discerning dining room.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 certificate.
• 2+

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests to tables, present menus and wine lists.

Skills

Wine knowledge

POS systems

Calm under pressure

Clear communication

Maths handling bills

Attention to detail

Guest service mindset

Energetic personality

Education

Grade 12 certificate

Tools

POS till systems

Job description

This front-of-house role suits someone who stays calm, warm and consistent in a busy, high-end restaurant, and who knows how to make discerning guests feel properly looked after.

Core Criteria:

• Grade 12 certificate
• Ideally 3 years experience waiting tables in a comparable restaurant
• Working knowledge of wine and the surrounding wine regions
• Confident using POS and till systems
• At ease serving high-end, discerning guests
• Comfortable with everyday maths and handling bills
• Clear, friendly communicator and attentive listener
• Service-minded, patient and observant at the table
• Neat, professional appearance
• Dependable, adaptable and takes ownership of the job
• Upbeat, energetic personality

Core Responsibilities:

• Welcome guests to their tables and present menus and wine lists
• Explain dishes confidently, including key ingredients and how they are prepared
• Lay tables to standard with linen, cutlery and glassware
• Capture food and drink orders accurately on the POS and serve them promptly
• Pass orders to the kitchen and bar and keep service flowing
• Clear used plates, cutlery and glassware throughout the meal
• Recommend desserts and coffee
• Prepare and present bills accurately
• Keep the dining area, fixtures and fittings spotless and hygienic
• Arrive in a clean, well-kept uniform every shift