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Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers

SOC 35-9011.00

Facilitate food service. Clean tables, remove dirty dishes, replace soiled table linens; set tables; replenish supply of clean linens, silverware, glassware, and dishes; supply service bar with food; and serve items such as water, condiments, and coffee to patrons.

Zone 1 Food Preparation and Serving Related

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Service Orientation

3.2

Coordination

3.0

Active Listening

2.8

Monitoring

2.8

Social Perceptiveness

2.8

Speaking

2.6

Critical Thinking

2.5

Judgment and Decision Making

2.5

Knowledge Areas 8

Customer and Personal Service

3.7

Food Production

3.6

English Language

3.5

Mathematics

2.9

Public Safety and Security

2.8

Sales and Marketing

2.5

Education and Training

2.5

Administration and Management

2.5

Key Tasks

1Wipe tables or seats with dampened cloths or replace dirty tablecloths.

2Set tables with clean linens, condiments, or other supplies.

3Locate items requested by customers.

4Scrape and stack dirty dishes and carry dishes and other tableware to kitchens for cleaning.

5Perform serving, cleaning, or stocking duties in establishments, such as cafeterias or dining rooms, to facilitate customer service.

Also Known As

Banquet Houseperson Banquet Set Up Person Bar Attendant Bar Back Barback Barmaid Bartender Helper Beverage Server Breakfast Attendant Breakfast Bar Attendant