The Professional Waiter
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Introduction to GastronomyThe beginnings of gastronomy1 Tema
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Introduction to the waiter profession4 Temas
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Different places to work and job hunting4 Temas|1 Cuestionario
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Business aspects of the professionWaiter or Seller? Both!1 Tema|1 Cuestionario
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Technical aspects of the professionIntroduction to the technical aspects of the profession5 Temas
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The steps of the service5 Temas|1 Cuestionario
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The different types of customersClients6 Temas|1 Cuestionario
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Interpersonal relationships and problem managementThe relationship with the kitchen and other areas of the restaurant3 Temas|1 Cuestionario
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Problem management5 Temas
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Basic hygiene and safety tipsHealth and personal safety recommendations1 Tema|1 Cuestionario
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Hygiene in food handling
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The end of the employment relationship and opportunities for growthTerminating the Employment Relationship
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Growth Opportunities within Gastronomy and other sectors
What conditions do you have to have (or develop) to be a waiter?
Camila 26 de septiembre de 2025

Everything in life can be learned and incorporated, it is enough to have the will and humility to do it, but without a doubt, the Vocation of Service and Proactivity is essential in a waiter.
What do we call Vocation of Service? It is the pleasure and willingness to serve, to make the other feel comfortable with the place, the situation and the moment. It is being available and willing to assist with will and enthusiasm.
And what is Proactivity?
It is an attitude in which a person assumes absolute control of their behavior in an active way. It simply means taking the initiative. Anticipate events, be responsible for what happens and have the confidence to make decisions.
A proactive person is able to react to any circumstance. But being initiative-taking does not mean acting impulsively or in a disorganized way.
Proactivity is an essential quality in this profession. It is something that improves with experience and can be acquired. The important thing is to be attentive and willing to learn, observe and listen, to act according to the situation.
Other important qualities in a waiter are patience, empathy and the ability to work in a group, and of course, commercial vision, that is, their ability to sell!