In this free online course, we will introduce you to the roles and responsibilities of a waiter in a restaurant. The role of a waiter carries many responsibilities that are crucial to the successful operation of a restaurant. From the initial welcome of guests to the in-depth knowledge of glassware, crockery, cutlery and the details of silver service, each aspect plays a part in customer satisfaction. Gain a thorough understanding of the basic training required for waiters in this introductory-level hospitality course.
| College | Alison |
| Course ID | 188711 |
| Course Type | Online Learning |
| Course Qualification | CPD Certificate |
| Course Duration | 1.5-3 hours |
| Course Fee | Free |
| Entry Requirements | Like all courses on the Alison Free Learning platform this is a free, CPD-accredited course. A Graduate can choose to buy a certificate or diploma upon successful completion of a course, but this is not required or necessary. At Alison we believe that free education, more than anything, has the power to break through boundaries and transform lives. Alison is the world’s largest free online empowerment platform for education and skills training, offering over 5000 CPD accredited courses and a range of impactful career development tools. It is a for-profit social enterprise dedicated to making it possible for anyone, to study anything, anywhere, at any time, for free online, at any subject level. Through our mission, we are a catalyst for positive social change, creating opportunity, prosperity, and equality for everyone. |
| Career Path | In This Free Course, You Will Learn How To • Recognise the different styles of service • State the equipment required for a successful service • Distinguish between the various types of crockery and cutlery used in a restaurant • Discuss the usage and handling of glassware, chinaware and crockery • Recall how to use service cutlery • Describe the process of clearing the table • Explain the method for preparing the table before serving guests at a restaurant |
| Course Code | 4603 |

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