Directory of Semiskilled Trades

Sector : 03 - Food Services and Tourism Info

8618 Food and Beverage Server in a Chain Restaurant

M618
Field of application These food and beverage servers work in chain restaurants or in restaurants where menus are standardized and repetitive.
Other job titles Waiter/waitress

132 - Set tables in a dining room or bar 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Order and cleanliness

Tasks

  • Arrange the tables. Optional task or competency
  • Polish utensils and wipe glasses.
  • Set the tables: tablecloths or placemats, napkins, dishes, glasses, utensils, lamps, candles, flowers, etc.
  • Set up the galley: stock the carts with foodstuffs and various materials, prepare coffee, tea, etc.
  • Stock the bar. Optional task or competency

811801 - Greet customers 2

Performance criteria

  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Courteous service
  • Warm welcome

Tasks

  • Welcome customers.
  • Direct them to a table.
  • Hand out menus.
  • Answer enquiries.

811802 - Serve food and drinks 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Observance of rules of service and precedence
  • Staying within the limits of the occupation
  • Efficient service
  • Effective coordination with kitchen staff

Tasks

  • Present menus.
  • Suggest dishes and accompaniments.
  • Take orders.
  • Place orders.
  • Serve soups, entrees and desserts.
  • Keep water glasses filled.
  • Serve hot and cold drinks.
  • Serve alcohol. Optional task or competency
  • Prepare bills and give them to customers.

400 - Clear tables 1

Performance criteria

  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Quick execution

Tasks

  • Clear dishes and glasses, with and without a platter.
  • Remove tablecloths or placemats.
  • Wipe tables.
  • Bring the dirty dishes for dishwashing.

10 - Receive payment from customers Optional task or competency 2

Performance criteria

  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Courteous service
  • Honesty
  • Accurate calculations and data entered
  • Proper use of computerized equipment

Tasks

  • Receive money and give change.
  • Use a cash register, computerized sales equipment or a point-of-sale terminal to receive payment by credit or debit card.
  • Charge amounts to customers’ accounts. Optional task or competency
  • Give receipts, sales slips, transaction records, etc.

401 - Keep the dining room or bar clean and orderly Optional task or competency 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper use of cleaning products
  • Order and cleanliness

Tasks

  • Clean the equipment.
  • Wash and put away glasses, dishes and utensils.
  • Sweep floors.
  • Detect various problems and notify the person in charge.

402 - Keep public areas clean and orderly Optional task or competency 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper use of cleaning products
  • Order and cleanliness

Tasks

  • Clear, empty, wash and put away platters. Optional task or competency
  • Clean and disinfect tables and chairs.
  • Sweep and wash floors.
  • Empty and clean garbage cans.
  • Clean and disinfect bathrooms. Optional task or competency
  • Store cleaning products.
Info Optional competency or task. Competencies or tasks marked with this symbol are not required in all workplaces. They could be included in a student’s training plan if the practicum setting offers the opportunity for the student to apply them.