Whilst reporting to the Restaurant Manager, the Waiter is responsible to provide professional service to our guests dining at MYKONOS by YIAMAS. The Waiter will deliver friendly and excellent customer service to our patrons and create a welcoming atmosphere. Looking approachable and professional is of utmost importance. He/she is to be part of the waiting team by performing any waiter duties.

Duties

• Serve food and beverage during the day-to-day restaurant operations
• Set up tables by preparing linens, silverware and glasses
• Give great customer service, being friendly and confident when interacting with both colleagues and guests
• Warmly greet and serve customers
• Present menus to guests and make recommendations
• Have in-depth knowledge of menu and be able to provide detailed explanation of the content of the food being served
• Clean and organise tables and dining areas after guests have finished their meals
• Assist with opening and closing duties, including setting up and dismantling the dining area, and restocking supplies as required
• Adhere to the internal standard operating procedures to be followed by all front of house personnel
• Comply with all employer guidelines and legal requirements for health and safety, hygiene, fire safety, licensing and employment
• Perform assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with work requirements

Work Schedule

• 40 hours a week split as required by restaurant hours
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings/weekends/holidays as required

Experience

• Minimum experience of 1 year in the food catering industry as a waiter will be considered an asset

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Professional appearance and behaviour
• Able to proficiently communicate in English, additional languages are welcome especially Greek
• Knowledge of Greek cuisine and culture is a plus
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Must be self-motivated and organised
• Excellent talent to interact with people in a positive and courteous manner