The Trainee supports the Food and Beverage (F&B) service team in delivering refined, attentive guest experiences, maintaining impeccable table settings, and mastering the fine-dining sequence of service.
Key Responsibilities
- Table Setup & Maintenance:
- Assist in polishing fine glassware, silverware, and china before service.
- Execute proper fine-dining table setting (mise en place), fold napkins, and ensure spotless presentation.
- Clear, crumb, and reset tables smoothly and discreetly between courses.
- Guest Service Support:
- Help greet and seat guests in a warm, polite, and professional manner.
- Assist senior waiters in presenting menus, explaining daily specials, and relaying guest orders to the kitchen and bar.
- Help run food and beverages from the kitchen to the dining room following correct service protocol.
- Product & Menu Learning:
- Study food ingredients, preparation methods, wine and beverage pairings, and allergy protocols.
- Learn and practice standard operating procedures (SOPs) and the multi-step fine-dining sequence of service.
- Hygiene & Grooming:
- Maintain strict personal hygiene and immaculate grooming standards (hair, nails, uniform, and posture).
- Keep side stations, service pantries, and the main dining floor clean, organized, and compliant with health and safety standards.
- Team Collaboration:
- Assist during peak hours, private dining events, and special hotel functions.
- Communicate clearly with captains, hostesses, kitchen staff, and bar teams