Job Summary:
The Dining Room Assistant plays an important support role in maintaining the cleanliness, organization, and flow of the dining room. This position helps ensure that guests enjoy a comfortable and welcoming dining experience by assisting servers and maintaining dining room standards. This position is a hybrid role between a traditional busser and a buffet attendant who pivots between these two key responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Clear and reset tables efficiently between guest seatings.
- Coordinate with culinary team for replenishing food items on the buffet.
- Assist servers with delivering water and other service items when needed.
- Maintain cleanliness of the dining room, service stations, buffet tables, and guest areas.
- Transport dishes, glassware, and utensils to the dishwashing area.
- Restock service stations with necessary supplies.
- Support servers and bartenders during busy service periods.
- Assist with opening and closing side work duties.
Qualifications:
- Previous hospitality or restaurant experience preferred but not required.
- Strong work ethic and attention to cleanliness.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Positive attitude and willingness to support team members.
Physical Requirements:
This position requires the ability to perform tasks commonly associated with hospitality and event operations.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds when necessary.
- Ability to climb stairs and safely use step stools or ladders.
- Ability to bend, reach, and move efficiently within a fast-paced service environment.
Schedule Requirements:
Employees should expect to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, particularly during busy service periods and events.
Work Environment:
Duties will take place both indoors and outdoors during restaurant hours and events.
Pay: $10.35 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
