How do they match: Waiters and Waitresses

  • Server Assistant

  • Assist host or hostess by answering phones to take reservations or to-go orders, and by greeting, seating, and thanking guests.
  • Garnish and decorate dishes in preparation for serving.
  • Perform food preparation duties, such as preparing salads, appetizers, and cold dishes, portioning desserts, and brewing coffee.
  • Remove dishes and glasses from tables or counters, and take them to kitchen for cleaning.
  • Serve food or beverages to patrons, and prepare or serve specialty dishes at tables as required.
  • Write patrons' food orders on order slips, memorize orders, or enter orders into computers for transmittal to kitchen staff.

  • Assist customers with seating arrangements.
  • Collect dirty dishes or other tableware.
  • Communicate dining or order details to kitchen personnel.
  • Provide customers with general information or assistance.