Busser | Seattle Aquarium

Overview:
The Busser is a crucial member of the restaurant's service team, responsible for assisting the servers at all times delivering food and drink orders to customers seated and bussing and cleaning tables as guest finish eating. Working closely with the servers and kitchen staff, the Busser plays a key supporting role in ensuring a positive dining experience for customers.

 

 

This role will pay an hourly rate between $21 to $22 plus tips

 

For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

 

This position will remain open until November 30, 2024

 

Responsibilities:
Food and Beverage Support:
• Collect prepared food items from the kitchen and ensure their safe transportation to seating areas.
• Verify that the food being delivered matches the order details, paying attention to special requests, allergies, or dietary restrictions.
• Deliver food promptly to customers while it is still fresh and hot, ensuring that they receive their orders in a timely manner.
• Assist picking up drink orders at the bar and delivering them to the guest.

Table Preparation and Resetting:
• Set up tables with clean utensils and condiments before guests arrive.
• Clear and reset tables promptly after customers have finished dining.
• Ensure tables are properly arranged and presentable for the next guests.
• Assist in maintaining cleanliness and organization in the outdoor dining area, clearing empty plates, utensils, and other waste from tables when necessary.
• Collaborate with the kitchen staff, servers, bartenders and other restaurant personnel to ensure smooth and coordinated service.

 

Dining Area Maintenance:
• Regularly check and clean dining tables, chairs, and surrounding areas to maintain cleanliness and a neat appearance.
• Empty and clean garbage cans before, during and after each shift.
• Wipe down tables and cleaning debris around dining area and sitting down guest.
• Assist with general cleaning tasks as needed, including restocking supplies, cleaning glassware, and bar.
• Collect all recyclable garbage disposables and place on assigned garbage.
• Assist in maintaining an adequate supply of disposable plates, containers and utensils.

Qualifications:
• Prior experience in a restaurant or food service setting is preferred, especially in a similar customer service role.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, lift and carry food trays or plates, and
navigate outdoor spaces comfortably.
• Excellent verbal communication skills to interact with customers and effectively relay information to team members.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate order delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize responsibilities, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with the kitchen and serving staff to provide seamless service.
• A friendly and approachable demeanor with the ability to provide exceptional customer service.