Waiter CV Example

A sample structure for waiters and waitresses: covers per shift, upselling, till work and keeping guests happy on busy nights.

Profile

Friendly, quick waiter with four years in family restaurants and a hotel restaurant. Comfortable with large sections, busy weekends and the till, and known for regulars who ask for my section.

Experience bullets

  • Served sections of up to 8 tables and 40 covers a shift at a busy family restaurant.
  • Topped the monthly upselling list six times by suggesting starters, specials and desserts.
  • Handled cash-ups of up to R 15 000 a shift with no shortages.
  • Trained four new waiters on the menu, the POS system and how to manage a section.

Skills

Table serviceUpsellingPOS and cash-upMenu knowledgeWine service basicsFood safetyTeamworkCustomer care

Hospitality managers want reliability: mention the hours and shifts you can work, including weekends and public holidays.