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