Back Waiter

Clyde's Willow Creek Farm; Broadlands (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant discounts

Meal discount

Health plan

401k

Training program

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Clyde’s Willow Creek Farm in Ashburn, VA is seeking a Back Waiter to join a unique 18th-century farm setting within Clyde’s Restaurant Group. Competitive weekly pay and flexible shifts support growth and training opportunities.

The role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and delivering exceptional service to guests while working with chefs to ensure quality and presentation. Join a stable, well-known group offering 401k, health plans, discounts, and growth possibilities.

Qualifications

• Friendly, hardworking, and hospitality-driven with a desire to excel and maintain the highest level of service.
• Problem solvers that can handle customer matters with courtesy, dignity, and respect
• Great verbal and written communication skills
• Flexible availability to work mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays, and weekdays as needed

Responsibilities

• Carry the order in hand or on a tray to the table and serve the plates for the customer at the table
• Assist chefs with expediting orders, including assembly, garnishing, and inspecting the delicious food dishes for quality and visual appeal of the plate
• Read the food ticket, pick up plates, and organize them in hand or on a tray for delivery to the tables
• Remove dirty plates, glasses, and utensils from other tables and deliver them to the dishwashing station
• Notify the expediter of other tables ready to be served
• Replenish the stations with product and supplies including hot water, brewed coffee beans, tea, milk, utensils, plates, bread, butter, jellies, other garnishes, and condiments
• Break down and clean work area, store perishable product, clean equipment and supplies, and restock to end of day par levels

Skills

Friendly hospitality

Problem solving

Verbal & written communication

Flexible availability

Job description

Pay Range: $400 - $500 / week

Are you looking for a job with competitive pay, flexible scheduling, a positive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and training? If so, Clyde’s Willow Creek Farm is the place for you. As a unique establishment set in a restored 18th-century farm and part of the Clyde’s Restaurant Group, which owns 14 concepts in the DMV area, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional dining experiences. Located in Ashburn, VA, we offer free parking for our employees and are conveniently situated near local bus routes, making us easily accessible for all.

WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS A BACK WAITER

• Competitive Pay: Earn compensation for your skills and dedication.
• Stable Company: Join a respected, stable organization.
• Flexible Schedule: Part-time, full-time, and on-call shifts available.
• Positive Culture: Embrace courtesy, dignity, and respect.
• Excellent Training: Classroom and on-premises training.
• Generous 401k: Immediate participation with competitive match.
• Restaurant Discounts: Enjoy 25% off at all Clyde’s Restaurants for you and 3 guests.
• Meal Discount: Get 50% off your shift meal.
• Top Health Plan: Access medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, and wellness resources, plus reduced rates on various services.
• Support: Benefit from an Employee Assistance Program with legal, emotional, and financial support.
• Wellness Resources: Access digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and annual flu shots.
• Financial Assistance: Assistance fund for employees in need.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for rapid advancement.
• Merit Recognition: Rewards for excellence and hard work.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access a discount program with thousands of brands and services.

What We Look For In a Back Waiter

• Friendly, hardworking, and hospitality-driven with a desire to excel and maintain the highest level of service
• Problem solvers that can handle customer matters with courtesy, dignity, and respect
• Great verbal and written communication skills
• Flexible availability to work mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays, and weekdays as needed

What You Will Do As a Back Waiter

• Carry the order in hand or on a tray to the table and serve the plates for the customer at the table
• Assist chefs with expediting orders, including assembly, garnishing, and inspecting the delicious food dishes for quality and visual appeal of the plate
• Read the food ticket, pick up plates, and organize them in hand or on a tray for delivery to the tables
• Remove dirty plates, glasses, and utensils from other tables and deliver them to the dishwashing station
• Notify the expediter of other tables ready to be served
• Replenish the stations with product and supplies including hot water, brewed coffee beans, tea, milk, utensils, plates, bread, butter, jellies, other garnishes, and condiments
• Break down and clean work area, store perishable product, clean equipment and supplies, and restock to end of day par levels

About Us

Since 1963, Clyde's Restaurant Group has been a leader in the DMV restaurant scene, known for exceptional guest service and fostering a positive culture for employees. Our 14 properties include Clyde's, Old Ebbitt Grill, The Hamilton, 1789 Restaurant, Fitzgerald's, The Tombs, Rye Street Tavern, Cordelia Fishbar, Hamilton Live, and Ebbitt House (opening October 2026). We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Clyde’s Restaurant Group participates in E-Verify. We use the federal E-Verify system to confirm that new hires are authorized to work in the United States.

Contact us at [email protected] if you need any special accommodations to apply.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.