Restaurant Captain

• Coordinate and assist in opening/closing duties and ensure that all settings are completed according to standards and procedures prior to the start of operation

• Assist management to supervise junior team members and casual labour under his/her leadership/section and to ensure that all tasks assigned/required in the outlet are carried out on time and according to instruction and departmental standards

• Take and record restaurant reservations/cancellations in accordance to departmental standards. Reconfirm reservations through phone calls or email on a daily basis

• Take food and beverage orders according to guest’s requirements and preferences

• Deliver food & beverage services in accordance to departmental standards and procedures

• Ensure that all food & beverage are served according to service standard

• Up-sell and promote food and beverage offers at every available opportunity in order to maximize sales revenue. Cross sell other dining venue when outlet is full

• Try to remember individual patron’s names and their preferences to extend a personalized service

• Apply necessary precautions with regards to the hotel food safety and hygiene standards

• Collect food and beverage supply requisition, ensure that the stock collected is as per requisition

• Handle guests’ complaints and comments tactfully and efficiently. Report any complaints, incidents or other irregularities to management

• Supervise and assist in assigned work station’s activities and oversee the operation of outlet in the absence of management

• Assist other Food & Beverage outlets with their operations during peak times or when required