Restaurant Waitron (Steakhouse)

Guests at this family steakhouse in Umlazi come back for the people, and you'll be one of the reasons. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

The work is in Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

• Explain specials, allergens and wine pairings in plain words.
• 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.
• Check back two minutes after mains land and fix problems on the spot.
• Carry plates to the right seat without auctioning food at the table.
• Pull espresso shots and steam milk for flat whites and cappuccinos.

• Grade 10 or higher; matric is a plus
• Own transport or a safe way home after late shifts
• Quick with basic maths and card machines
• Happy to work nights, weekends and public holidays

• A barista course certificate or latte-art skills
• Responsible Service of Alcohol training

• Staff meal on every shift
• Late-shift lift home within a set radius
• You keep your own tips, paid out daily or weekly
• Paid menu and wine tastings so you can sell with confidence

• 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.