Bistro Attendant

Job Overview

The Bistro Attendant is a multi‑skilled team member responsible for delivering excellent food and beverage service to our guests. This role combines front‑of‑house customer service—including cash handling and guest interaction—with back‑of‑house duties such as food preparation, cooking, and kitchen support. If you’re an outgoing person with a passion for hospitality and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

• Greet and interact with guests, ensuring a welcoming and enjoyable dining experience.
• Present menus, answer questions, and make food or beverage recommendations.
• Take food and drink orders, process payments, and ensure prompt, accurate service.
• Check with guests to ensure satisfaction and promptly address any issues.
• Inform guests about daily specials and promotions.

• Serve food and beverages, including alcoholic drinks (with proper age verification).
• Prepare hot, cold, and mixed drinks, chill wine bottles, and serve specialty dishes.
• Assist with food preparation, including salads, appetizers, desserts, and brewing coffee.
• Cook on a flat‑top grill, deep fryer, gas stovetop, and oven as needed.
• Garnish and decorate dishes for an appealing presentation.

• Clean tables, counters, and dining areas after service.
• Roll silverware, set tables, and restock service stations.
• Perform cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, taking out trash, and tidying up dining areas and bathrooms.
• Ensure the restaurant is well‑prepared for the next shift or large parties.

• Prepare guest checks, process payments, and handle cash transactions.
• Assist hosts with answering phones, taking reservations, and managing to‑go orders.
• Provide guests with local area information and directions.

• High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Previous guest or customer service experience preferred.
• Certification in liquor, wine, and food service is a plus.
• TIPS, CARE, or equivalent certification required (or must be obtained on the first day).
• Ability to use property management systems, computers, and point‑of‑sale systems.

Source:
Hospitality Online