Waiter and waitress, Tuari
Also known as
- Front of house, food and beverage attendant, server, wait staff, waitperson
Waiters and waitresses take orders and serve food and beverages.
Duration
02:43 mins
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$24 to $31
Most common
$38
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Waiters and waitresses
- usually work irregular hours and may work part time
- usually work in restaurants, hotels, bars and other dining places
- may work in noisy conditions
- need to be organised, work well under pressure and communicate well
Tasks
- take customer orders
- communicate with customers to resolve complaints or ensure satisfaction
- enforce rules or regulations
- process customer bills or payments
- communicate dining or order details to kitchen personnel
- present food or beverage information or menus to customers
- collect dirty dishes or other tableware
- serve food or beverages
- cook foods
- clean food service areas
Social
Enterprising
Organised
Interests that fit this job
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You may need
- experience in similar work
If you’re in school
You usually don't need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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