University of the Free State is holding vacancies for waiters based in Bloemfontein Campus
Closing date: 28 June 2024
Location: Bloemfontein Campus
Duties and responsibilities:
• Prepare tables for service as per the restaurant standard.
• Greet and escort customers to their tables.
• Present the menu and provide detailed information when asked (e.g. about portions, ingredients or potential food allergies).
• Inform customers about the day’s specials.
• Offer menu recommendations upon request Take accurate food and drinks orders.
• Communicate order details to the Kitchen Staff Serve food and drinks.
• Up-sell additional products when appropriate.
• Deliver checks and collect bill payments.
• Clearing and cleaning of tables.
• Restock of items in the front of house.
• Provide excellent customer service to guests.
• Following health code standards with regards to the handling of food.
• Making and serving of variety of coffees to a high standard.
• Assist with events and functions, including setting up and rearranging of tables.
• Perform other duties as required by Housing and Residence Affairs.
• Available to work on weekends and after hours if required.
Inherent requirements:
• Grade 12 or National Vocational Certificate on NQF Level 4.
Recommendations:
• Minimum one (1) year experience as a waiter.
• Knowledge of Point-of-Sale System.
• Experience as a Barista.
Required competencies:
• Results-oriented:
– The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
– The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.
– The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
– The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
• Strategic thinking:
– The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
– The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
• Business Acumen:
– The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Leading:
– The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
– The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.
• Building coalitions:
– The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
– The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.
– The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.
• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
• Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
• A copy of your identity document.
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
• A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).
• Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).
