Busser

Q39; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 9,600 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

Q39 LLC in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Busser to support front-of-house operations. You will help keep guest areas clean, stock supplies, and assist servers to ensure a smooth flow of service.

This hourly position pays $7.50 per hour plus tips, with opportunities to contribute to a craveable dining experience and grow with a team that values hospitality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a high-volume restaurant.
• Ability to lift and transport dishes and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Ability to work on your feet in a fast-paced setting.
• Positive team player with effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Clear and sanitize guest tables, reset tables with proper setups.
• Assist servers by relaying guest needs and messages.
• Support bartenders with clearing and organization as needed.
• Perform hourly restroom/FOH area checks and keep entryways clean.
• Prepare stations for shift changes and complete side work.
• Collaborate with FOH team to deliver hospitable guest experiences.

Skills

High-volume experience

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Team player communication

Job description

Job Details

Location: Q39 Midtown - Kansas City, MO 64111, Salary: $7.50 Hourly + Tips

Job Summary

Busser. Reports to Front of House Manager. Compensation: $7.50 Plus Tips. Company: Q39 LLC.

Our passion is creating craveable, memorable dining experiences. The Busser ensures Q39 guests have an exceptional dining experience by maintaining a clean, organized, and well‑stocked front‑of‑house. This role supports servers by clearing tables, resetting stations, replenishing supplies, and adhering to cleanliness and safety protocols. The Busser plays a critical role in delivering fast and efficient table turnover and reinforcing Q39’s high standards of service.

Key Accountabilities

• Guest Area Cleanliness – Clear and sanitize tables, chairs, and floors promptly; reset tables neatly with proper setups.
• Team Support – Assist servers by relaying guest needs and messages; support bartenders with clearing and organization as needed.
• Health & Safety – Use gloves and approved sanitizers; always follow sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Facility Standards – Conduct hourly restroom checks, maintain a clean parking lot and entryways, and uphold a welcoming exterior.
• Side Work & Shift Readiness – Complete assigned side work, prep stations for shift changes, and maintain consistent readiness.
• Collaboration & Hospitality – Work with FOH team to create memorable, craveable dining experiences through teamwork and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume restaurant preferred.
• Ability to lift, carry, and transport dishes and equipment.
• Attention to detail and strong sense of urgency.
• Ability to work on your feet in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive team player who communicates effectively.