Will “Room Service Waitress” be Automated?

Core Skills & Abilities

• Record amounts and types of special food items served to customers.

• Examine trays to ensure that they contain required items.

• Stock service stations with items, such as ice, napkins, or straws.

• Monitor food distribution, ensuring that meals are delivered to the correct recipients and that guidelines, such as those for special diets, are followed.

• Total checks, present them to customers, and accept payment for services.

• Place food servings on plates or trays according to orders or instructions.

• Determine where patients or patrons would like to eat their meals and help them get situated.

• Monitor food preparation or serving techniques to ensure that proper procedures are followed.

• Prepare food items, such as sandwiches, salads, soups, or beverages.

• Remove trays and stack dishes for return to kitchen after meals are finished.

• Take food orders and relay orders to kitchens or serving counters so they can be filled.

• Load trays with accessories, such as eating utensils, napkins, or condiments.

• Clean or sterilize dishes, kitchen utensils, equipment, or facilities.

• Carry food, silverware, or linen on trays or use carts to carry trays.