AM Busser/Table Cleaner

Dutchman Hospitality Group; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free buffet/salad bar lunches

DHG Discounts

Sundays off

Annual vacation bonus

Wooden Nickels

On-the-job training

Flexible schedules

Scholarship program

Job summary

Dutchman Hospitality Group is seeking a Busser to support our dining team in a busy restaurant setting. You will clear and reset tables, help servers, and keep the dining area tidy to ensure a welcoming guest experience.

Applicants should be able to stand for long periods, lift items, and work flexible shifts including weekends. Training is provided, with opportunities to enjoy team perks and a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and guests.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move dishes, trays, and supplies as needed.
• Dependable, punctual, and willing to work as part of a team.
• Willingness to follow company policies, safety procedures, and service standards.
• Availability to work assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Clear used dishes, silverware, glasses, and other items from tables promptly.
• Clean and sanitize tables and seating areas after guests leave.
• Assist servers with guest needs and requests as needed.
• Keep dining areas, walkways, and service stations clean and organized.
• Transport dirty dishes and other items to the appropriate dishwashing area.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Work cooperatively with servers, kitchen staff, and management to support smooth restaurant operations.
• Provide friendly and helpful service to guests.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Effective communication

Stamina to stand/walk

Lifting/moving dishes

Dependable/punctual

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

Job description

The Busser supports restaurant operations by helping maintain clean, organized, and welcoming dining areas. This position assists servers by clearing and resetting tables, keeping the dining room clean, and ensuring guests have a pleasant dining experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clear used dishes, silverware, glasses, and other items from tables promptly.
• Clean and sanitize tables and seating areas after guests leave.
• Assist servers with guest needs and requests as needed.
• Keep dining areas, walkways, and service stations clean and organized.
• Transport dirty dishes and other items to the appropriate dishwashing area.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Work cooperatively with servers, kitchen staff, and management to support smooth restaurant operations.
• Provide friendly and helpful service to guests.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and guests.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move dishes, trays, and supplies as needed.
• Dependable, punctual, and willing to work as part of a team.
• Willingness to follow company policies, safety procedures, and service standards.
• Availability to work assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed.

Our team members enjoy:

• Free buffet/salad bar lunches
• DHG Discounts
• Sundays off
• Annual vacation bonus
• Wooden Nickels
• On-the-job training
• Flexible schedules
• Scholarship program

Work Environment

This position works in a busy restaurant environment and requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and carrying items. The Busser must maintain a clean and safe work area while supporting the restaurant team and providing a positive guest experience.