Back Server

Innovative Dining Group; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A well-known dining group in Palo Alto is looking for enthusiastic Back Servers to support the dining experience. Responsibilities include delivering food, cleaning tables, and assisting the serving staff. Ideal candidates should have 2 years of experience in a high-volume restaurant, strong communication skills, and a passion for hospitality. Flexible schedules are required in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years previous experience in a high-end, high-volume restaurant.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Flexible availability to work days, nights, weekends.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food to guests, explaining each dish and condiments.
• Clean and reset tables promptly between seatings.
• Communicate with servers and hosts for efficient seating.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Positive attitude

Education

Valid Food Handler Card

Alcohol Awareness Training Certificate

Job description

Description

Join the Sushi Roku Team – Now Hiring Back Servers!

Are you ready to be part of something truly exciting? Sushi Roku Palo Alto is looking for enthusiastic, hard-working Back Servers to join our dynamic team!

Sushi Roku is revolutionizing the Japanese dining experience. As part of the renowned Innovative Dining Group, which includes hot spots like BOA Steakhouse and Katana, Sushi Roku blends inventive sushi creations, bold fusion dishes, a lively atmosphere, and an expertly crafted cocktail menu.

We’ve quickly become the go-to destination for food lovers, trendsetters, and tastemakers from LA, Orange County, Las Vegas, Austin, and beyond. If you're passionate about hospitality and want to be part of a high-energy team in one of Southern California’s most sought-after dining spots, we want you on board!

What You’ll Do:

A Back Server is responsible for the support of the server and standards of service. You will

do this by maintaining cleanliness of the entire restaurant and its perimeters, delivering food from kitchen to the guest, assist in table management, reset tables in a speedy and professional manner and overall support the servers in the steps of service.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Knowledgeable about our restaurant’s food offerings and beverage program Deliver food to guests, explaining each dish, the accompanied condiments and how they should be used
• Remove used tableware between courses and provide tableware for next course
• Between seatings, promptly clean, reset and arrange tabletops, chairs and booths and clean floor as required
• Respond appropriately to guest requests and promptly communicate all requests to server
• Communicate with servers and hosts to ensure efficient seating and table utilization
• Inspect assigned restroom every 30 minutes and clean as needed
• Perform station opening/closing and side work duties for each shift
• Embody and deliver on exceptional service and hospitality

Requirements

What we are looking for:

• 2 years previous experience in a high-end, high-volume restaurant
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently under pressure
• Strong communication skills, both with guests and teammates
• A positive, upbeat attitude with a strong work ethic
• Flexible availability to work days, nights, weekends – we’re looking for team players who can adapt to the flow of the restaurant
• A valid Food Handler Card and Alcohol Awareness Training Certificate (must have upon hire)
• Ability to work standing for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and manage a physically demanding role
• Must be 18 years or older

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