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  • Run service: manage guest flow, set tone and support kitchen & front team.
  • Creative hospitality team blending design and refined food in an intimate dining room.
  • Own floor duties & shifts, master menu storytelling, collaborate with chefs!

RM 3000 - RM 4000

Glasshouse at Seputeh, Kuala Lumpur

Job Description

Love the theatre of service and quiet precision of an artful dining room? Working with us means joining a creative hospitality team that blends thoughtful design with refined food experiences in an intimate setting.

This role is the backbone of our guest flow; you will keep service smooth, set the tone for every meal, and support the kitchen and front team so the whole evening feels effortless for guests and staff alike.

Your Growth & Impact

  • Develop confident service skills through regular front-line shifts
  • Build practical management experience by owning floor duties, shift handovers, and small event setups.
  • Connect with creative teams and chefs to learn how design and food influence guest experience.
  • Sharpen upselling and menu storytelling skills to increase cover value while keeping service natural.

Job Requirements

Responsibilities

Guest Experience

  • Welcome and seat guests with warm, composed service and timed attention to detail.
  • Present menus, explain special dishes, and suggest pairings in a clear, friendly way.
  • Manage guest requests and special occasions with discretion and follow-through.

Service Operations

  • Run covers accurately, coordinate course timing with the kitchen, and ensure plates leave the pass correctly.
  • Operate the POS, process payments, and handle cash reconciliations at shift end.
  • Prepare the dining room for service, maintain table settings, and monitor ambience throughout service.
  • Assist with reservations, waitlists, and small private dining setups when needed.

Teamwork & Training

  • Work closely with servers, kitchen, and management to keep service efficient during peak times.
  • Train new front of house staff on daily routines, table service standards, and health and safety rules.
  • Participate in pre-shift briefings and contribute ideas to improve flow and guest satisfaction.
  • Support opening and closing tasks, stock checks, and light inventory handling.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

  • Minimum 2 years experience working in fine dining or upscale hospitality environments.
  • Secondary education or equivalent, with any hospitality certificate considered an advantage.
  • Flexible availability for evening and weekend shifts, and ability to commit to scheduled roster patterns.
  • Experience handling cash, end-of-day reconciliation, and basic event setups.

Hard Skills & Knowledge

  • Strong table service technique, including plated service and clearing procedures.
  • Familiarity with common POS systems and reservation platforms used in restaurants.
  • Practical knowledge of food safety basics and proper handling of cutlery and glassware.
  • Basic wine and beverage knowledge suitable for recommending pairings and assisting sommeliers.

Soft Skills & Qualities

  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills, with a calm presence under pressure.
  • Organizational skills to manage multiple covers and timing across the dining room.
  • Teamwork mindset, willingness to help peers, and openness to feedback during service.
  • Attention to detail and a guest-first attitude focused on consistency and warmth.

Skills

Customer Service
Interpersonal Communications
Organizational Skills
Teamwork
Table Service
POS Operation
Fine Dining Etiquette

Company Benefits

Career Growth & Skill Development

Employees are given opportunities to expand their expertise through hands on project exposure, continuous learning and leadership development.

EPF & SOCSO

Statutory contributions to EPF & Socso in accordance with Malaysian employment regulations for your well-being and future financial security.


Additional Info

Experience Level

1 - 3 Years of Experience

Career Level

Non-Executive

Job Specialisation


Company Profile

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Our mission is to deliver exceptional craftsmanship and visionary design, transforming spaces into enduring experiences that inspire, elevate, and define industry standards