Lea the names and responsibilities of each role in a restaurant team: who cooks, who serves, and who manages.
Lea the names and responsibilities of each role in a restaurant team: who cooks, who serves, and who manages.
EN: 🍽️ Every restaurant is a team. In this lesson, you'll discover the names and functions of different restaurant staff members. Let’s lea who’s who!
ES: 🍽️ Todo restaurante es un equipo. En esta lección, descubrirás los nombres y funciones de los distintos miembros del personal. ¡Vamos a conocerlos!
🎧 Audio explicativo
[Tablero] Grammar Focus: Describing Roles
- I am a + job title → I am a waiter.
- She works as a + job title → She works as a chef.
- He is in charge of + task → He is in charge of drinks.
Manager: Good mo ing, Emily. Welcome aboard!
Emily: Thank you! I’m very happy to join the team.
Manager: Today you’ll be working with Lisa, our senior waitress.
Emily: Great! I’d love to lea from her experience.
Manager: We also have Carlos in the kitchen. He’s our head chef.
Emily: Nice! I’ve heard the food here is amazing.
Manager: Make sure to communicate with the host when a table is ready.
Emily: Got it. I’ll check in with the host regularly.
Manager: And don’t forget—smile and be friendly. It makes a big difference!
Emily: Absolutely! I’ll do my best to give every guest a great experience.
🗣️ Useful Phrases
- I am the head chef.
- She is our hostess.
- He works in the kitchen.
- What’s your role here?
- I take care of the drinks.
- He’s the new waiter.
🗣️ Useful Vocabulary
| British English | American English | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| chef | chef | The professional who cooks in the kitchen. |
| waiter | waiter | Person who serves food to customers. |
| waitress | waitress | Female staff member who serves food. |
| manager | manager | Person in charge of the restaurant operations. |
| host | host | Person who welcomes and seats guests. |
| hostess | hostess | Female version of host. |
| kitchen porter | busser/dishwasher | Helps with cleaning in the kitchen. |
| sommelier | sommelier | Wine expert in upscale restaurants. |
| bar staff | bartender | Person who serves drinks at the bar. |
| commis chef | line cook | Junior chef who prepares ingredients. |
| station chef | station cook | Handles one area of the kitchen. |
| head chef | executive chef | Leads the entire kitchen team. |
| waitstaff | waitstaff | Collective term for all serving staff. |
| front of house | front of house | Staff who interact with customers. |
| back of house | back of house | Staff who work in the kitchen or cleaning. |
| runner | runner | Brings food from the kitchen to tables. |
| trainee | trainee | New employee under training. |
| supervisor | supervisor | Person who ensures tasks are done properly. |
| cashier | cashier | Handles payments from customers. |
| assistant manager | assistant manager | Supports the manager in operations. |
| delivery driver | delivery driver | Delivers food to customers. |
EN: 🙌 Now you know who does what in a restaurant. Recognizing roles makes teamwork easier and improves communication.
ES: 🙌 Ahora sabes quién hace qué en un restaurante. Reconocer los roles facilita el trabajo en equipo y mejora la comunicación.
🎯 Match the Phrases
| Staff Role | Task |
|---|---|
| Waiter | a. Serves food to guests |
| Chef | b. Prepares meals |
| Host | c. Greets and seats customers |
| Dishwasher | d. Cleans dishes and utensils |
⚡ Quick Check Quiz
- Who prepares the food?
- a) Waiter
- b) Chef
- c) Host
- Who takes reservations?
- a) Dishwasher
- b) Host
- c) Cook
🌍 Cultural Tip
EN: In English-speaking restaurants, each staff role is clearly defined. Respecting roles is part of professional behavior.
ES: En los restaurantes angloparlantes, cada rol está claramente definido. Respetar los roles es parte del comportamiento profesional.