Wine Steward (Fine Dining)

Guests at this beachfront cocktail bar in Newcastle come back for the people, and you'll be one of the reasons. This is a good step for someone who wants proper routine and a manager who notices good work.

Location: Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first. Weekend work is on a roster, so you won't be on every weekend.

• Restock the bar fridges and help with the weekly stock count.
• Check back two minutes after mains land and fix problems on the spot.
• Set tables, polish cutlery and glasses, and check condiments before doors open.
• Carry plates to the right seat without auctioning food at the table.
• Explain specials, allergens and wine pairings in plain words.
• Mix cocktails, pour draught and serve shooters to spec at the bar.

• Own transport or a safe way home after late shifts
• Grade 10 or higher; matric is a plus
• You can stand and walk for a full 8-hour shift
• Neat grooming and a friendly manner under pressure

• A barista course certificate or latte-art skills
• A second language such as isiZulu, isiXhosa or Afrikaans

• Staff meal on every shift
• Uniform supplied and laundered
• You keep your own tips, paid out daily or weekly

• 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.