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Sanitize and wipe down all tables and sweep the area as needed and resets the table * Assist the servers when needed by taking the initial drink order or running food to the guests in the dining room

Sanitize and wipe down all tables and sweep the area as needed and resets the table * Assist the servers when needed by taking the initial drink order or running food to the guests in the dining room

Sanitize and wipe down all tables and sweep the area as needed and resets the table * Assist the servers when needed by taking the initial drink order or running food to the guests in the dining room

Sanitize and wipe down all tables and sweep the area as needed and resets the table * Assist the servers when needed by taking the initial drink order or running food to the guests in the dining room

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Table Assistant information

What is a table assistant?

Table Assistants are support staff who help servers and waitstaff in restaurants or dining establishments. Their duties often include setting tables, refilling water glasses, clearing dishes, delivering food, and ensuring that the dining area is clean and well-organized. Table Assistants play a crucial role in maintaining efficient service and a positive dining experience for guests. They often work under the supervision of servers and may assist with other tasks as needed during busy periods.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a table assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Table Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a background in hospitality or customer service. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, reservation management tools, and food safety protocols is often required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and a friendly demeanor help create a positive dining experience for guests. These skills ensure smooth table service, efficient operations, and high customer satisfaction in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

What are the most common challenges faced by table assistants during busy service periods, and how can they be managed?

Table Assistants often encounter challenges such as managing multiple tables simultaneously, prioritizing tasks under pressure, and maintaining clear communication with servers and kitchen staff during peak hours. To manage these challenges, it's helpful to stay organized, remain attentive to guests' needs, and develop strong teamwork skills. Proactively clearing tables, promptly refilling water, and assisting with food delivery can ensure smooth service and enhance the dining experience for guests.

What is the difference between Table Assistant vs Waitstaff?

AspectTable AssistantWaitstaff
CredentialsMinimal; often no formal certificationMay require food service or hospitality certifications
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, catering events, banquet hallsRestaurants, cafes, bars
Job RoleAssists servers with setting tables, refilling drinks, clearing dishesServes food and beverages, takes orders, interacts directly with customers
Employer UsageCommon in hospitality industry for support rolesPrimary role in food service establishments

While both roles are part of the hospitality industry, a Table Assistant mainly supports servers by handling table setup and clearing, whereas a Waitstaff directly interacts with customers to take orders and serve food. The roles often overlap but differ in responsibilities and required certifications.

Host - Applebee's

Kalamazoo, MI โ€ข On-site

TEAM Schostak Family Restaurants
Food Services and Drinking Placesย โ€ขย 5 - 10K employees

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago


Job description

Position Summaryย ย 

TSFR Applebee's host/hostess primary responsibility is to Delight our Guests by greeting arriving and acknowledging departing guests as well as seating them in a friendly manner, and assisting with maintaining the overall guest flow of the restaurant. In doing this, the host/hostess will maximize the dining room space and server effectiveness. The host fosters a culture aligned with the TSFR Roadmap, including Our Core Purpose, Vision, Mission and Core Values.


Essential Job Functions

Primary Duties:

  • Greet all guests as they enter and depart the restaurant and hold the door open for guestsย 
  • Seat guests according to the established plan and guests' needsย 
  • Keep host/hostess stand and waiting area clean
  • Ensure menu's remain clean and stocked
  • Complete restroom checks and refill paper products in bathrooms, as needed
  • Sanitize and wipe down all tables and sweep the area as needed and resets the tableย 
  • Assist the servers when needed by taking the initial drink order or running food to the guests in the dining room
  • Complete daily opening and closing work to ensure a clean and safe environment for guests and TEAM


Educational / Experience

  • Excellent customer service skills with the ability to work as a TEAM
  • Friendly and outgoing personality
  • Follow appropriate food safety guidelines
  • Able to work a variety of shifts including evenings and weekends
  • Able to stand for long periods of time
  • Ability to transport and carry objects such as a high chair or booster seat
  • Ability to wipe, sweep and carry plates to kitchen


Physical and Mental Requirements

Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as contracts, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.ย Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.ย Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.


Mathematical Skills:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.ย Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.


Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.ย Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions as long as it would not create undue hardship.


While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, walk, use hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects and reach with hands and arms.


The employee may occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds.ย Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.


Psychological Demands:

The mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.ย Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions as long as it would not create undue hardship.


While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to work in a team environment, handle a fast-paced environment and be flexible and willing to accept change.ย Must also have the ability to communicate with others, both verbally and in writing.


Work Environment:

The work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.ย Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions as long as it would not create undue hardship.


On occasion, to perform the work it may be necessary to travel in an automobile to other locations in the field either alone or accompanied by a co-worker.


TEAM Schostak Family Restaurants reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities, and position titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of its business.