Chef de Rang
しぇふどらん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialized professional who oversees table services in a designated area in high-end restaurants or hotel dining rooms.
Description
Chef de Rang is a hall service professional in charge of one section (multiple tables), overseeing the serving of food and drinks, customer service, and coordination among staff. They explain dishes, recommend wines, manage orders, adjust serving timings, and maintain and improve service quality within the section. Senior members also handle staff training and collaborate with the manager and sommelier to enhance the overall hospitality of the restaurant.
Future Outlook
The demand for highly specialized hall staff in the high-end restaurant and hotel industry is stable, and the market value of personnel with foreign language proficiency and sommelier skills is increasing.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Full-time / Night shift / Shift / Weekends and holidays work
Career Path
Commis (assistant staff) → Chef de Rang (section leader) → Maitre d'hôtel (hall manager) → Restaurant manager
Required Skills
Communication skills (customer service) / Restaurant management system operation / Table service / Wine and drink knowledge
Recommended Skills
Leadership / Multitasking management / Second foreign language / Sommelier qualification
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To respond to customer requests and sudden changes. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention to detail is required for dishes, placement, and customer preferences. |
| Communication Skills | To communicate smoothly with diverse customers. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and numerous serving tasks. |
| Planning & Organization | To plan and adjust service timings and staff movements. |
| Stress Tolerance | To provide stable service even during peak busy times. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To closely collaborate with the kitchen and other hall staff. |
Related Qualifications
- Service Manners Certification
Aliases
- Chef de Rang
Related Jobs
- Hall staff
- Restaurant manager
- Sommelier
- Waiter
- Waitress