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I'm an inexperienced teenager and I want to apply for a waitressing job but have no idea how to waitress,help? |
like it is I started waitressing when I was 14. And no it may not be rocket science but there are some things you can keep in mind that may make your shift go smoother or to impress management. I can't tell you how to waitress because each restaurant is different, but I can tell you how to make things easier as you are learning the ropes. Six things to keep you from going crazy: 1. Balance your time. Don't put things off. If you get an order put it in as soon as you can. Never be afraid to ask for help! That was hard for me because I'm so independant. Find someone who you feel comfortable asking. Just keep in mind they are all working too. If you get swamped let someone know you need things to ease up. Your employer will know you are inexperienced and won't hold it against you. 2. BE GOOD TO THE KITCHEN STAFF. If all the waiters/waitresses hate you that's no loss but always keep the kitchen on your side. They determine whose orders go out quickly and correctly. And if you mess up they will be more likely to fix it for you without complications. Keep an eye on your tips and your money and don't burn bridges. 3. Remember that how big of a tip you get is completely decided by you. A customer can decide if they are going to have and enjoyable experience as soon as they meet you. Good attitude=Good tip. Waitresses make next to nothing on a paycheck so tips are very important. Just treat customers how you would want to be treated if you were dining. If you establish a good relationship in the beginning they may be less likely to be upset if something happens with their meal. IIf you are calm and happy you will make your customers feel at ease. Don't get me wrong you will have quite a few douche bags who you will never make happy no matter how hard you try but don't let it get you down and don't give them any extra attention. Do a few check backs when a table gets their meal but don't be pushy. It helps if you walk by the tables often so they can flag you down if they want something. 4. Don't leave the bill on the table for a long time because if they are ready to leave they won't want to wait for you to notice it's sitting there. So after you drop it off glance back to see if they are getting the money together so in that case you know they are ready to leave. If they don't start to get the money together than they probably wil sit for awhile. Also, by not wondering to far away if they have a question with the bill you will be close by to answer it. 5. Always try your best to look your best and I don't have to tell you why ;) Take on any extra duties you can so that you can learn as much as you can because the more you know the more money you will make. If your restaurant has a bar try to work that section.. it means alot more money but with it comes alot more action because it is seated faster. So try to take it on when you feel comfortable with the slower sections. 6. Finally, I can say that if a seated table who has there meal asks for something extra like steak sauce, get it for them first. If they are sitting there looking at there food and they can't eat it your tip will suffer. If you are doing something else than ask someone to grab it for you on the way out. Try to determine what someone may want with there order before there food comes... like extra napkins or a small plate to share that will make things easier when you are busy. Goodluck! Source(s): Experience in all sorts of food service establishments I am posting a link to a site that has information that might be helpful to you, especially if you are in need of some extra cash to help out every month...it could help you if you want to do something at home..... :>) http://putterpods.blogspot.com I hope the information helps...! :>) Its not rocket science, just apply for the job and they will teach you the basics. Try applying for a job at Denny's or IHOP they will usually train you. Start by applying for a job as a hostess, or a busser, but make it clear that you would like to eventually become a server. Waiting tables can be super fun and quite lucrative, but that depends on where you work. If you haven't ever worked in a restaurant, it can be pretty confusing and overwhelming, so if you start as a host or busser, then you can become familiar with the foodservice industry, and you will probably be more successful in the long run. |
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