9264 — Waiters and waitresses
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What this occupation covers
Waiters and waitresses serve food and beverages in hotels, clubs, restaurants public houses and other establishments.
Typical duties
sets tables with clean linen, cutlery, crockery and glassware
presents menus and wine lists to patrons and may describe dishes and advise on selection of food or wines
takes down orders for food and/or drinks and passes order to kitchen and/or bar
serves food and drinks
presents bill and accepts payment at end of the meal
Entry routes and qualifications
There are no formal academic entry requirements, though some employers may require GCSEs/S grades. Training is typically provided on-the-job. NVQs/SVQs in relevant areas are available at levels 1 and 2.
Sponsorship information
Ineligible. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.
DBS assessment
No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.
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