Online Class: The Professional Waiter — Learn Elite Table Service

Designed for future leaders in the restaurant industry, this course redefines table service as a pathway to professional and personal excellence. Through mastering exceptional service skills, students will gain confidence and the ability to surpass expectations, creating lasting impressions and connections.

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  • 11
    Lessons
  • 13
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 1,167
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 7
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.7
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Mastering the Art of Table Service: Transform Your Career and Redefine Excellence

What if the key to a thriving, dynamic, and highly lucrative career was right at your fingertips? What if you could transform the way you approach work, relationships, and personal growth-all through mastering the timeless art of table service? This isn't just another course about waiting tables; it's a transformational journey designed to unlock your potential, elevate your skills, and prepare you for a future brimming with opportunity.

The restaurant industry is more than a workplace; it's a stage for personal and professional excellence. As a waiter, you're not just serving meals-you're curating experiences, fostering connections, and becoming the heartbeat of an establishment. Whether you're seeking a part-time role, a stepping stone to greater ambitions, or a long-term career in hospitality, this course will equip you with the tools to excel, thrive, and surpass your goals.

What makes this course truly unique? We don't just teach you the mechanics of the job-we help you embody the role. You'll learn not only how to meet expectations but exceed them, creating unforgettable moments for your guests and earning the kind of loyalty (and tips!) that set the best waitstaff apart. With insights from industry veterans, practical strategies, and exclusive tips, this course bridges the gap between theory and real-world application.

Imagine walking into any restaurant-whether it's a cozy neighborhood café or a high-end establishment-armed with confidence, poise, and expertise. You'll know how to read a table like a seasoned professional, anticipate needs before they're voiced, and turn even the most complex situations into opportunities for growth. This isn't just skill-building; it's life-changing.

Here, you'll master the art of impeccable service, from the subtleties of body language to the psychology of upselling. You'll learn the secrets behind flawless order management, the nuances of international dining etiquette, and how to transform challenges into moments of grace. Most importantly, you'll discover how to balance the technical and the personal, creating memorable experiences that leave a lasting impression on every guest you serve.

By the end of this course, you'll have more than knowledge-you'll have a mindset. A mindset of excellence, adaptability, and ambition. You'll walk away ready to command the room, connect with people from all walks of life, and open doors to opportunities you never imagined.

The restaurant floor isn't just a workplace; it's a gateway to growth, connection, and financial freedom. Are you ready to claim your place in this fast-paced, rewarding world? Join us and take the first step toward mastering the art of table service. Your future is waiting-let's make it unforgettable.

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  • Full HD Video  
  • 6 Months to Complete
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  • Accredited CEUs
Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider
 
 

Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:
4.6 / 5 Stars (Average Rating)
"Extraordinarily Helpful"
(979 votes)

Lesson 1. Becoming a Waiter: Skills, Challenges, and Opportunities

Waiters and waitresses, often perceived as entry-level roles, are crucial for a dining experience, bridging the gap between culinary art and customer satisfaction. This profession requires a robust set of interpersonal skills like patience, communication, and adaptability, making it a rewarding field of work with opportunities for growth and meaningful customer interaction. 11 Total Points
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: An Introduction
  • Assessment: Lesson 1: So, You Want to be a Waitress?

Lesson 2. Crafting Careers: Mastering the Art of Restaurant Service

Commitment to long-term growth, demonstrated by willingness to start at entry levels, reflects ambition and team ethos much like corporate interns paving career paths within companies. Bob values this outlook as it signals potential for advancement, akin to athletes dedicated to performance improvement through disciplined training. 11 Total Points
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 2: The Serving Staff

Lesson 3. Fine Dining vs. Family Style: Setting the Table

Fine dining is portrayed as an opulent experience where every detail is meticulously tended to, creating a refined culinary theatre. Bistros/trattorias and family restaurants follow, offering a balance between elegance and comfort, where people savor hospitality beyond the cuisine's intricacies. 12 Total Points
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 3: Types of Service and Table Settings

Lesson 4. Table Service Unveiled: A Mosaic of Dining Traditions

Dining is elevated to an art form with varied table services, creating diverse moods from English familiarity to French sophistication. Each style adds unique flavor, transforming meals into cherished memories. 11 Total Points
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 : Table Service

Lesson 5. Setting the Stage: Key Elements of Successful Dining Service

Efficient order taking utilizing systems like POS enhances communication and reduces errors, while ensuring clarity and uniformity in handwritten orders promotes kitchen harmony. Maintaining food freshness and correct dish temperatures are essential for food safety and guest satisfaction, ensuring dishes are delivered with precision and care. 11 Total Points
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 5: Taking Orders

Lesson 6. From Order-Taker to Culinary Storyteller: The Art of Advanced Service

Delving into the nuances of suggestive selling, the lesson highlights how servers can tactfully increase sales by responding to guests' needs with tailored recommendations. By subtly steering choices through engaging storytelling, servers enhance both the dining experience and check averages. 11 Total Points
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 6: Suggestions and Suggestive Selling

Lesson 7. Creating Lasting Dining Memories

Mastering genuine hospitality involves not just memorizing service mechanics but embodying authentic care and astute perception. By fostering empathy and skillful anticipation, servers can transform dining into meaningful experiences filled with personalized attention and special moments. 12 Total Points
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 7: Special Situations

Lesson 8. Core Duties in Restaurant Management

The perfection seen in restaurants is supported by meticulous side work, unseen tasks that maintain the quality and readiness of the dining environment. A deeper understanding of these duties highlights the dedication and skill needed to deliver delightful customer service. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 8: Other Duties

Lesson 9. Elevating Your Alcoholic Beverage Service in Hospitality

Mandatory alcohol training in many states equips servers with key skills, such as identifying intoxication and understanding BAC levels, enhancing both service quality and legal compliance. Certification serves as proof of competence, legally required in places like California and Texas. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 9: Beverage Service

Lesson 10. Orchestrating Success: The Synergy of Teamwork in Dynamic Environments

Establishing effective teamwork requires clear goals, role optimization, open communication, and joint celebration of achievements, leading to enhanced morale and productivity. Fostering trust and offering constructive feedback underpin this collaborative atmosphere, ensuring each member feels valued. 12 Total Points
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 10: Team Work

Lesson 11. HACCP Unveiled: The Seven-Step Food Safety Fortress

Ensuring food safety in a restaurant requires vigilance in accident prevention and hygiene management. Techniques such as proper storage of heavy items and comprehensive staff training in CPR and first aid contribute to maintaining a safe culinary environment. 58 Total Points
  • Lesson 11 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Let us know what you think of this course; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
  • Assessment: Lesson 11: Sanitation and Food Safety
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
169
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe what the job role of the wait staff is and whether or not this is a job prospect for you.
  • Summarize the serving staff.
  • Describe types of service and table settings.
  • Describe table service.
  • Summarize taking orders.
  • Demonstrate suggestions and suggestive selling.
  • Recognize special situations.
  • Describe beverage service.
  • Describe team work.
  • Demonstrate sanitation and food safety.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

Additional Course Information

Online CEU Certificate
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Course Title: The Professional Waiter: Learn Elite Table Service
Course Number: 7550098
Lessons Rating: 4.6 / 5 Stars (979 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: Enroll in this course from any U.S. state, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. The course is also accessible to learners in English-speaking countries such as the UK, Canada, Ireland, Australia, and South Africa.
Last Updated: January 2024
CEU Value: 0.7 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Classes
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Proctor: UniversalClass Instructional Team
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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