Backwaiter: Flexible Hours, Training & Growth

PF Changs China Bistro; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Paid on the job training

Opportunities for advancement – weProm

Discounted meals

Employee referral program

Exclusive team member discounts

Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas

Job summary

PF Changs China Bistro in New York is hiring Backwaiters to support restaurant operations by delivering food promptly, helping with dining room cleanliness, and maintaining service stations. Excellent guest service is essential.

No experience is required as training is provided; must be 18+ and can obtain a Food Handler’s Card where applicable. This position is available for full-time and part-time hourly roles with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver food to guests efficiently and meet requests.
• Monitor expo line, run trays for dine-in, assist guests with questions.
• Clear and sanitize tables, seating, and floors per 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 report 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

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Food service etiquette

Tools

POS systems

Job description

PF Changs China Bistro in New York is hiring Backwaiters to support restaurant operations by delivering food promptly, helping with dining room cleanliness, and maintaining service stations. Excellent guest service is essential.

No experience is required as training is provided; must be 18+ and can obtain a Food Handler’s Card where applicable. This position is available for full-time and part-time hourly roles with opportunities for advancement.