The primary responsibility of the Assistant Waiter/Waitress is to assist the Waiter in providing and maintaining the service standards using friendly, courteous, and professional service in any assigned venue
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Operational
Offer and refill water, bread, butter, and beverages.
Transport food from the galley to the respective section and return dirty trays according to USPH and breakage prevention standards.
Maintain clean and orderly tables.
Set up, organize and clean assigned station according to USPH standards
Offer condiments and fresh pepper.
Possess full knowledge of the menu.
Possess ability to describe and serve food selection from the buffet.
Assist with embarkation, debarkation and luggage handling duties when required.
Perform Room Service duties when requested by supervisors.
Handle all ship equipment with care and report any faulty/broken equipment.
Perform general cleaning and maintenance according to U.S.P.H. standards.
Assist management with coaching and introduction of new personnel.
Participate in a training program to develop skills and to prepare for future promotion.
Project a favorable image of the company, promote its aims and objectives, and foster and enhance public recognition and acceptance of all its areas and endeavors.
Be aware of all events and activities on the ship.
Achieve the primary objectives of the position and comply with the above-mentioned accountabilities in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with ICS policies.
Possess full knowledge of current U.S.P.H rules and regulations and maintain U.S.P.H standards at all times.
Ensure that the assigned location is up to U.S.P.H. standards.
Training & Development
Attend all meetings, training activities or classes related to assigned position as required.
Safety Responsibilities
Possess familiarity with the vessel layout in terms of safety and security.
Have a full understanding of ship rules and regulations (SMS).
Participate in all required safety drills/training.
Ensure that all safety procedures are followed.
Cooperate with the Staff Captain in adhering to the Ship’s Safety Program.
Follow the Ship Rules & Regulations.
Maintain a safe and sanitary environment for all guests and crew members.
Follow proper procedures and instructions at all times to prevent damage of any kind to ship or company property.
Participate in safety drills as required.
Resources
Possess knowledge of the Restaurant Operating Manual
Possess knowledge of the Human Resources Manual and Shipboard Training.
Maintain a high level of crew morale within the administration dept. ensuring that all crew are treated in a fair and unbiased manner and the team works with a positive atmosphere.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
Achieve the primary objectives of the position and comply with the above-mentioned accountabilities in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with ICS policies.
Project a favorable image of the company, promote its aims and objectives, and foster and enhance public recognition and acceptance of all its areas and endeavors.
Comply with the safety and pollution prevention regulations and operating procedures at all times,
participating in all relevant meetings and training sessions.
Participate in all mandatory training without excuse.
Perform all other duties as requested by shipboard management or shore side.
Possess full awareness of the Electronic Order System