A waiter’s cover letter would be used for a position in an upscale restaurant, as a corner fast food eatery would probably be satisfied with just a resume (or might not even ask for that!).
Some fast food chains do require a cover letter, though, and in that case, you’d include your experience working in restaurants or in a related customer service field.
- Personalize this Waiter Cover Letter Template (Click the link to download) based on your background and needs.
If you’re working in a fast food restaurant, you’ll want to emphasize your quickness in delivering food and clearing off the tables, while in an upscale restaurant, you still have to move quickly but while seeming relaxed.
Politeness, patience, and having a strong work ethic are needed for the job, therefore be sure to dress presentably when you come in for the interview.
Waiter Cover Letter Sample
Miguel Rose
Street Address, City, State, Zip | Cell Phone | Email Address
Today’s date
Mr. Oscar Simmons, BlueBay Manager
BlueBay Restaurant
Address, City, State, zip
Re: Waiter
Dear Mr. Simmons,
Bon jour.
In response to your discreet help wanted sign in the window of your restaurant, I am applying for the position of Waiter and present my resume.
I have ten years of experience in working in restaurants and can ensure that diners enjoy a smooth, pleasurable night out.
My duties include:
- Receiving customers.
- Directing them to a table according to their preference (near a window with a view, in a no smoking section, in a secluded area).
- Taking orders and answering questions about the menu.
- Conveying the orders to the chef.
- Keeping track of which customers ordered which meals.
- Serving food, being available for drink or roll refills.
- Accepting payment via credit card, traveler’s checks, or cash.
- Quickly cleaning off tables to be ready for further guests.
I am tolerant of customer quirks and preferences, and speak a passable French.
I would be pleased to hear from you in the near future. My cell phone is 111-222-3333.
Merci.
Miguel Rose
Attachment: Resume
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