What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front of House Staff position at Yokai?
SERVER/BACK WAITER
The Yokai mission is to provide San Francisco with a delicious upscale, casual dining experience serving a menu comprised of California and Japanese ingredients, wagyu and other meats, in a beautifully designed and curated space. The beverage program will focus on an eclectic wine list, Japanese spirits, and cocktails made with care and craft.
Yokai is looking for qualified front of the house staff to join our team! An ideal candidate has experience in a fast paced, upscale environment and is excited to provide an exceptional guest experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Servers -
Opening and closing side work as directed by management
Answering guest questions about food and beverage
Taking orders and managing table's service
Other duties as required or directed by management
Back Waiters -
Delivering food to guests and identifying its various components
Setting, clearing, remarking tables before, during and after service
Assisting servers with table maintenance and service
Maintaining cleanliness of the restaurant
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Previous service experience required
Must know the fundamentals of service and food
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
Ability to take direction and also work independently
Ability to coordinate a variety of activities simultaneously
Strong verbal communication skills
Must have good judgment, versatility, flexibility
Motivated and good team player who takes initiative
Must have a courteous, friendly and professional manner
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Standing/walking approximately 90% of shift
Ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, lift and grasp to perform routine tasks for up
to 6 hours at a time
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently
REQUIRED HOURS:
Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
More detail about Yokai part of MZ Dining Group, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/509039-Yokai