Information

  • Server Training Observation Checklist

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  • Trainee's name

Day 1 Server Training

Complete prior to first table

  • Trainee has a working login for HotSchedules.

  • Trainee is able to clock in to Aloha.

  • Took the trainee on a full tour of the kitchen, walk in and dry storage.

  • Explained the purpose of each menu and location of all menus.

  • Have employee watch the Inspire Loyalty video.

  • Reviewed all service time standards.

  • Explained what 100% guest satisfaction means at IH.

  • Described bread service.

  • Explained pre-bussing

  • Explained 'sections before sidework' philosophy

  • Reviewed floor plan, seat numbers and pivot points.

During the Shift

  • Trainee stocks front line.

  • Trainee demonstrates silent service.

  • Trainee demonstrates proper table maintenance.

  • Trainee enters all orders in the computer without issue.

  • Trainee runs food appropriately.

  • Trainee helps each team member at least once.

  • Trainee is active on the safe.

  • Trainee completes sidework and cash out process.

After the shift

  • Trainer reviews soups, appetizers and desserts.

  • Trainer reviews beer sampler.

  • Trainer goes through soup, appetizer and dessert test.

  • Trainer discusses critical behaviors with trainee.

  • Trainee passes floor chart test.

Smile

  • On a scale of 1-10 how would you rate the trainee on his/her appearance and attitude during the shift? (1= unacceptable 5=average 10=one of the best you have ever seen)

  • What does the trainee like about IH?

Collaborate

  • On a scale of 1-10 how would you rate the trainee on his/her willingness to help others during the shift? (1= unacceptable 5=average 10=one of the best you have ever seen)

  • How did the trainee help his/her coworkers this shift?

Inspire

  • On a scale of 1-10 how would you rate the trainee on his/her effort to learn and improve? (1= unacceptable 5=average 10=one of the best you have ever seen)

  • What inspires the trainee?

Own it

  • On a scale of 1-10 how would you rate the trainee on his/her willingness to fix mistakes and his/her ability to NOT repeat errors? (1= unacceptable 5=average 10=one of the best you have ever seen)

  • What aspect of the job does the trainee think he/she needs to improve in?

Execute

  • On a scale of 1-10 how would you rate the trainees ability to understand and complete assigned tasks? (1= unacceptable 5=average 10=one of the best you have ever seen)

  • What is the trainee most comfortable with currently?

  • Overall impression of Day 1 Skills. (1=not progressing adequately 5=average 10=one of the best I have ever seen)

  • Comments on Day 1 Server Training

  • Trainer's signature

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