Waiter Garrick Club
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15 Garrick Street WC2E 9AY
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Position: Waiter/ess

 

Hours of Duty: The working week commences on Monday through to Friday. Hours of duty are straight shifts based on a roster system, over a 5-day, 40-hour week.

Uniform: You will provide your own smart white shirt, black trousers / skirt, black tie or bow tie and appropriate smart shoes.

Responsible to: Dining Rooms Manager.

Responsible for: Serving in the Coffee Room

 

The duties and responsibilities.

  • To assist the Dining Rooms Manager during service and at Club Events.
  • Preparation of the dining room before service, e.g. cutlery, crockery, cleaning…
  • Ensuring that all tables are correctly set up and all areas of the dining room are clean and tidy.
  • Ensuring that the still room is clean and tidy at all times. Restocking of items on a daily basis, e.g. Coffee, Tea, Sugar, Bread, etc….
  • Ensuring that food hygiene and health and safety are adhered to at all times.
  • Service of food and beverage within other areas of the Club as needed i.e. the Member’s Lounge, Morning Room, Card Room etc or at Private Parties
  • Ensuring you are fully aware of menus, wines and allergens, before every service.
  • Assisting in the preparation of room set up….i.e. movement and configuration of tables and chairs.
  • Setting a good example at all times to other members of staff.

During Service

  • Help to welcome and seat guests.
  • Take orders where necessary, and ensure cutlery/condiment, Mis en Place is correct and timely, working with the dining rooms manager.
  • Serving of dishes to the correct positions, including sauces and vegetables.
  • Assist the manager with the service of wine, minerals and the removing of glasses.
  • Service of dessert/cheese/coffee. Crumbing down of table after main course where necessary.
  • Ensuring that member comments are promptly dealt with.
  • Carry out tasks as requested by supervisor/manager, e.g. working additional shifts or for private parties.
  • Report for duty on time with correct, clean uniform and presentable appearance. Ensuring good personal hygiene. 
  • Behave at all times positively and in a manner which projects a good image to Members and colleagues. 
  • Ensure Members and their guests receive friendly, efficient and prompt service.

 

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Waiter
Garrick Club

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Location

15 Garrick Street WC2E 9AY

Salary

Competitive

Job Type

Full Time

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Dining Rooms Manager

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