The Head Waiter is responsible to oversee the front-of-house operations, ensuring exceptional customer service, coordinating seating arrangements, and supervising waitstaff to maintain a smooth and enjoyable dining experience for guests. They also handle customer inquiries and complaints, manage reservations, and collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure efficient service delivery.
Job Responsibilities 1
Oversee the performance of waitstaff, assigning duties, and ensuring that service standards are upheld.
Provide exceptional customer service by greeting guests, assisting with seating arrangements, and addressing any inquiries or concerns promptly and professionally.
Train new staff members on service procedures, menu knowledge, and customer interaction to maintain high standards of service.
Create and manage work schedules for waitstaff, ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours and special events.
Coordinate with kitchen and bar staff to ensure accurate and timely delivery of food and drinks to customers.
Address customer complaints or issues with tact and diplomacy, striving to resolve them to the satisfaction of the guest.
Ensure that dining areas, including tables, chairs, and floors, are clean and presentable at all times.
Encourage upselling of menu items and promote special offers or promotions to increase revenue.
Oversee cash handling procedures, including handling payments, providing change, and reconciling cash registers at the end of shifts.
Complete administrative tasks such as preparing reports, managing reservations, and updating seating charts to support efficient restaurant operations.
