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Customer Service Attendant (Waiter / Waitress)

Category

Hotel / Hospitality

Employment Type

Full-time

Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Vacancies

1 position

Closing Date

1/17/2027
84 days left

Employer / Company

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Description (Public)

The Customer Service Attendant (Waiter / Waitress) is responsible for delivering exceptional dining experiences by welcoming guests, presenting menus, offering meal recommendations, taking accurate food and beverage orders, and serving meals promptly. This role plays a vital front-of-house function in maintaining high customer satisfaction, upselling restaurant specialties, and upholding hygiene and dining floor standards.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Greet dining guests warmly upon arrival, seat them comfortably, and present menus and daily specials.
  • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the food and beverage menu to answer customer inquiries, explain ingredients, and accommodate dietary restrictions.
  • Take accurate food and drink orders using the system or manual ticket order system and relay them promptly to the kitchen staff.
  • Serve food and beverages attentively according to standard restaurant service etiquette and timing guidelines.
  • Check on guests throughout their meal to ensure satisfaction, offer beverage refills, and address any special requests or concerns.
  • Process guest bills, accept cash or card payments, and handle POS transactions accurately.
  • Clear and sanitize tables, reset dining stations, and maintain neatness across the dining room throughout the shift.
  • Collaborate with kitchen stewards and chefs to ensure smooth order flow, food presentation quality, and table turnaround.

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications & Experience:

  • High School Diploma, Certificate, or Diploma in Food & Beverage Service / Hospitality Management.
  • 1 - 3 years of experience as a Waiter, Waitress, or Server in a fast-paced restaurant, cafe, or hotel setup.
  • Proficiency with Point of Sale (POS) handheld tools or terminal systems.
  • Valid Food Handler's Health Certificate/Permit as required by local hospitality regulations.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal communication, and active listening skills with a customer-first attitude.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Food & Beverage Table Service Etiquette
  • Menu Knowledge & Upselling Ability
  • POS System & Cash/Card Payment Handling
  • Customer Engagement & Conflict De-escalation
  • Multitasking & High-Efficiency Stamina

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