Replenish service areas to ensure staff has what is needed to service guests
Help the more experienced cooks and chefs to prepare orders
Portion out food, precook food, and prepare ingredients ahead of time
Greet guests at their table
Set tables for new guests
Offer farewells and thanks to exiting guests
Provide a first impression of the operation to guests
Assist guests with coats or other items to be stored while eating
Take orders
Clean and sanitize dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment
Take and serve orders
Check on guests throughout their dining experience
Answer phone questions about the operation-hours, credit cards accepted, what the menu is like, etc.
Process payment
Offer thanks to guests
Take guests to their table
Deliver the bill-or check- to guests at the end of their meal
Clean tables (during meals and after guests have eaten)
Take reservations
Great guests (who are usually in a line, not seated)
Clear plates
