Directory of Semiskilled Trades

Sector : 03 - Food Services and Tourism Info

8618 Food and Beverage Server in a Chain Restaurant

The competency has been added.
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.