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Professional Table Service and Etiquette
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Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
2 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - £9.99
  • Certificate of completion - £15.99
Assessment details
  • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)/Assignment (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

As renowned restaurateur Danny Meyer once said, “Hospitality is present when something happens for you. It is absent when something happens to you.” This idea is at the heart of our Waiter: Professional Table Service and Etiquette course—designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional service in the restaurant industry.

This comprehensive course covers a variety of key modules, including the fundamentals of customer service, the proper sequence of service, and effective equipment handling techniques. You'll also learn vital hygiene and safety practices, along with beverage and tobacco service protocols.

In addition, the course explores important topics such as identifying and managing potential risks, implementing food and beverage control measures, and mastering selling techniques to enhance the customer experience.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your service skills, this course will help you excel in a hospitality role and create memorable dining experiences. Enrol now and take the first step toward a polished, professional career in table service.

Learning Outcomes:

This Waiter: Professional Table Service and Etiquette course will help you to learn following things:

  • Explain the importance of customer service and the service sequence in the waiter profession.
  • Demonstrate proper equipment handling techniques for the waiter profession.
  • Apply good hygiene practices in a restaurant setting.
  • Identify various beverages and tobacco products and how to serve them.
  • Recognize and prevent potential risks in a restaurant environment.
  • Implement food and beverage control measures and selling techniques.
  • Apply tips and hints to achieve success as a waiter.
  • Develop the ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively with customers

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - £9.99

Receive a digital copy of your certificate as a PDF file for only £9.99.

Certificate of completion

Hard copy certificate - £15.99

A Physical, high-quality copy of your certificate will be printed and mailed to you for only £15.99.

For students within the United Kingdom, there will be no additional charge for postage and packaging. For students outside the United Kingdom, there will be an additional £10 fee for international shipping.

Assessment details

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)/Assignment

Included in course price

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Course media

Description

The Waiter: Professional Table Service and Etiquette course is suitable for individuals who are new to the industry or those who want to improve their existing skills. It is also ideal for restaurant owners who wish to provide training to their staff. Upon completion of the Waiter: Professional Table Service and Etiquette course, individuals will have the ability to work in a team environment, communicate effectively with customers, and deliver exceptional service.

The Waiter: Professional Table Service and Etiquette course is a valuable investment for anyone.

Here is the curriculum breakdown of this Waiter: Professional Table Service and Etiquette Course:

Module 01: Customer Service and Service Sequence

This module focuses on the importance of customer service and the service sequence in the waiter profession. It covers the principles of good customer service, how to interact with customers, and the steps to follow when serving customers.

Module 02: Equipment Handling Technique

This module provides an overview of the types of equipment used in the waiter profession and how to handle them properly. It includes practical demonstrations on how to hold cutlery, glassware, and crockery.

Module 03: Hygiene

This module emphasises the importance of hygiene in a restaurant setting. It covers the best practices for personal hygiene, the cleanliness standards for a restaurant, and how to prevent cross-contamination.

Module 04: Beverage and Tobacco

This module covers the various types of beverages and tobacco products served in a restaurant. It teaches how to prepare and serve different types of coffee, tea, and alcoholic beverages. It also covers how to present and serve tobacco products.

Module 05: Understanding Risks and Preventive Measures

This module focuses on the potential risks in a restaurant environment and how to prevent them. It covers topics such as fire safety, food poisoning, and allergen management.

Module 06: Food & Beverage Control and Selling Techniques

This module provides an overview of food and beverage control measures, including inventory management and cost control. It also teaches selling techniques to enhance customer experience and increase revenue.

Module 07: Tips and Hints for Success in the Waiter Profession

This module offers practical tips and hints to achieve success as a waiter. It includes topics such as time management, effective communication, and handling customer complaints.

Who is this course for?

This Waiter: Professional Table Service and Etiquette course is ideal for anyone who wants to pursue a career in the waiter profession. It is suitable for individuals who are new to the industry or those who want to improve their existing skills. It is also ideal for restaurant owners who wish to provide training to their staff.

Career path

  • Waiter - £14-20k/year
  • Bartender - £16-24k/year
  • Restaurant Manager - £20-30k/year
  • Head Waiter/Waitress - £18-28k/year
  • Sommelier - £20-35k/year

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