Occupation information for Food Servers, Nonrestaurant District Of Columbia

description

Serve food to individuals outside of a restaurant environment, such as in hotel rooms, hospital rooms, residential care facilities, or cars.

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details

Currently Employed: 690

Projected Annual Job Openings: 150

Typical Hourly Wage: $16.53 - $20.68

Typical Annual Salary: $34,370 - $43,020

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typical training

Typical education needed for entry: No formal educational credential

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Less than 1 month on-the-job training

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typical job duties
  • Place food servings on plates or trays according to orders or instructions.
  • Clean or sterilize dishes, kitchen utensils, equipment, or facilities.
  • Monitor food distribution, ensuring that meals are delivered to the correct recipients and that guidelines, such as those for special diets, are followed.
  • Load trays with accessories, such as eating utensils, napkins, or condiments.
  • Take food orders and relay orders to kitchens or serving counters so they can be filled.
  • Total checks, present them to customers, and accept payment for services.
  • Monitor food preparation or serving techniques to ensure that proper procedures are followed.
  • Remove trays and stack dishes for return to kitchen after meals are finished.
  • Carry food, silverware, or linen on trays or use carts to carry trays.
  • Record amounts and types of special food items served to customers.
tools & technology
Tools:
  • Carbonated beverage dispenser
  • Commercial use blenders
  • Commercial use coffee or iced tea makers
  • Commercial use cutlery
  • Commercial use dishwashers

Technology:
  • Data base user interface and query software
  • Electronic mail software
  • Enterprise resource planning ERP software
  • Office suite software
  • Operating system software