Breakfast Waitron (Hotel Restaurant) – Entry Level

This is a floor job at a sports bar and grill in Pietermaritzburg where your tips follow your service. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

You'll report in Pietermaritzburg. Relocation is not covered for this one.

• Check back two minutes after mains land and fix problems on the spot.
• Take orders on the POS tablet and read them back to avoid kitchen mistakes.
• Mix cocktails, pour draught and serve shooters to spec at the bar.
• Clear, wipe and reset tables fast during the Friday and Sunday rush.
• Split bills, process card payments and handle tip-outs at the end of shift.
• Set tables, polish cutlery and glasses, and check condiments before doors open.

• Own transport or a safe way home after late shifts
• Grade 10 or higher; matric is a plus
• You speak clear English and can chat easily with guests
• At least 6 months of waitering, bar or coffee shop experience
• Happy to work nights, weekends and public holidays
• Neat grooming and a friendly manner under pressure

• Wine knowledge from a WSET Level 1 or wine farm stint
• Responsible Service of Alcohol training
• A barista course certificate or latte-art skills

• Uniform supplied and laundered
• You keep your own tips, paid out daily or weekly
• Paid menu and wine tastings so you can sell with confidence
• Staff meal on every shift

• Recruiters ask about a difficult table, so have one real story ready about how you turned it around.
• Put the names of the restaurants you worked at and your average covers per shift at the top of your CV.