Waiter/waitress

Job Overview

• We are seeking a friendly, attentive Waiter/Waitress to provide welcoming and efficient service in a hospitality setting for a South Indian restaurant.
• The ideal candidate enjoys helping guests, works well with a team, and can balance accuracy with a positive dining experience.
• Food service, restaurant, or other food industry experience is helpful. Training may be provided on restaurant procedures and POS systems.

Duties

• Greet guests, explain menu items, answer questions, and take accurate food and beverage orders.
• Enter orders and process transactions using a POS system; experience with Micros POS is an asset.
• Serve food and beverages promptly, check in with guests, and respond courteously to requests or concerns.
• Make menu recommendations and use appropriate upselling techniques without pressuring guests.
• Handle cash and card transactions accurately, including basic cashiering and cash handling duties.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff to communicate orders, special requests, and timing.
• Follow food handling and food safety practices, including procedures for allergies and special dietary requests.
• Assist with basic food preparation or other service tasks as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized dining and service areas by following sanitation standards.
• Support a smooth service by managing multiple tables and tasks with strong time management.

Requirements

• Strong customer service, guest services, and communication skills, with a professional and hospitable approach and knowledge in south Indian food
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced restaurant or food service environment.
• Basic math and general math skills for order accuracy, payments, and making change.
• Familiarity with POS systems; Micros POS experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of food safety, food handling, and sanitation practices, or willingness to learn and follow established procedures.
• Food service, serving, restaurant, food industry, food preparation, or kitchen experience is preferred but not required.
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize tasks while maintaining a welcoming guest experience.

Pay: $17.60 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person