Backwaiter: Fast-Paced Guest Service & Growth

P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc.; Northlake (IL); On-site; USD 11,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Paid on the job training

Opportunities for advancement

Discounted meals

Employee referral program

Exclusive team member discounts

Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid sick leave

Job summary

P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc. is seeking a Backwaiter to support restaurant operations by delivering food to guests promptly and courteously, assisting with dining room cleanliness, and maintaining service stations.

All team members must provide excellent customer service to ensure exceptional guest experiences. The role emphasizes teamwork in a fast-paced dining room, with on-the-job training and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required—training is provided.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Possess or obtain a current Food Handler’s Card, where applicable.
• Ability to stand, reach, bend, balance, and lift up to 30 lbs. repeatedly.
• Strong multitasking skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food to guests efficiently and ensure all requests are met.
• Monitor the expo line, run trays of food for dine-in, and assist guests with questions.
• Clear and sanitize tables, seating, and floors according to standards.
• Retrieve and transport dirty dishes to the dishwashing station.
• Restock and clean service stations as needed.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as coffee machines, iced tea machines, and POS systems.
• Interact courteously with guests and notify managers of quality or service concerns.
• Follow company policies, dress code, and safety procedures.
• Assist with greeting, seating guests, answering phones, and packaging takeout orders when necessary.
• Support beverage preparation and responsible alcohol service when required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Food Handler’s Card

Tools

POS systems

Job description

P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc. is seeking a Backwaiter to support restaurant operations by delivering food to guests promptly and courteously, assisting with dining room cleanliness, and maintaining service stations.

All team members must provide excellent customer service to ensure exceptional guest experiences. The role emphasizes teamwork in a fast-paced dining room, with on-the-job training and opportunities for advancement.