Subject: Application for Waiter position, [Restaurant name]
Dear [Manager's name],
I am applying for the waiter position at [Restaurant name]. I had dinner at your restaurant recently and noticed how the team moved between the room and the terrace without a single table waiting for its bill, with a short menu that is easy to explain to guests.
I have [x] years of experience in restaurant service. At [Brasserie] in [City], I worked as chef de rang on a section of around [x] tables, taking orders on the handheld, advising guests on dishes and wines by the glass, and coordinating timings with the kitchen during busy services. Before that, I spent two summers at [Beach restaurant], where I learned to keep a terrace running smoothly when every table is full.
I speak English and French fluently, which helps with international guests, and I always check allergens with the kitchen before answering a question. I am used to split shifts and available evenings and weekends.
I can drop by with my resume between services, or come in for a trial lunch if that suits you better.
Kind regards,[First Name Last Name][Phone] | [Email]