Job Summary
The Waiter/Waitress is responsible for providing attentive, courteous, and efficient food and beverage service to guests at Shakara Restaurant. The role includes welcoming and seating guests, presenting menus, taking and communicating orders accurately, serving food and drinks, processing or coordinating payments, and maintaining a clean and welcoming dining environment. The successful candidate will help create an excellent dining experience while supporting restaurant service standards, sales, hygiene, and operational procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Welcome guests warmly and professionally and assist with seating where required.
Present menus, explain menu items, daily specials, ingredients, and available promotions accurately.
Take food and beverage orders carefully and enter them correctly into the restaurant POS or ordering system.
Communicate orders, special requests, allergies, and dietary requirements clearly to the kitchen and relevant team members.
Serve food and beverages promptly and according to restaurant service standards.
Check on guests during their meals, respond to requests, and resolve service concerns professionally; escalate issues when necessary.
Prepare tables before service and clear, clean, and reset tables promptly after guests leave.
Maintain cleanliness and presentation of the dining area, service stations, menus, and equipment.
Coordinate with kitchen, bar, and other hotel departments to support smooth service.
Present bills, process approved payment methods, issue receipts where applicable, and follow the restaurant’s payment procedures.
Promote menu items, beverages, restaurant offers, and suitable add-ons in a helpful and professional manner.
Observe food safety, personal hygiene, sanitation, and workplace health and safety standards.
Maintain accurate order information and communicate stock shortages, guest feedback, breakages, and operational issues to the supervisor.
Attend briefings and staff meetings, follow shift handover instructions, and comply with restaurant policies and procedures.
Protect guest privacy and confidentiality and maintain professional conduct at all times.
Qualifications & Experience
Certificate, Diploma, or other relevant training in Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage Service, Catering, or a related field is an advantage.
Previous experience as a waiter/waitress or in a customer-facing hospitality role is preferred.
Knowledge of restaurant service procedures, menu presentation, and basic food safety and hygiene practices.
Basic numeracy and the ability to handle orders and bills accurately.
Ability to communicate effectively in English; knowledge of additional languages is an advantage.
Skills & Competencies
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Clear communication, active listening, and professional presentation.
Positive attitude, personal grooming, and attention to detail.
Ability to multitask, prioritize requests, and work efficiently during busy service periods.
Teamwork and effective coordination with kitchen, bar, and front-of-house colleagues.
Accuracy when taking orders, handling bills, and communicating special requests.
Calm, respectful, and solution-focused handling of guest complaints.
Strong awareness of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety.
Sales skills and confidence in recommending menu items and promotions.
Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, public holidays, and other scheduled service periods.