Head Waiter (Family Restaurant)

Good service at a hotel restaurant in Benoni starts with you: friendly, quick and on top of every order. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

The site is in Benoni; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Start is planned for the beginning of next month.

• Take orders on the POS tablet and read them back to avoid kitchen mistakes.
• Split bills, process card payments and handle tip-outs at the end of shift.
• Explain specials, allergens and wine pairings in plain words.
• Carry plates to the right seat without auctioning food at the table.
• Clear, wipe and reset tables fast during the Friday and Sunday rush.
• Pull espresso shots and steam milk for flat whites and cappuccinos.
• Check back two minutes after mains land and fix problems on the spot.

• Grade 10 or higher; matric is a plus
• Quick with basic maths and card machines
• Neat grooming and a friendly manner under pressure
• You speak clear English and can chat easily with guests
• Own transport or a safe way home after late shifts

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

• Uniform supplied and laundered
• Late-shift lift home within a set radius
• You keep your own tips, paid out daily or weekly

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