Busser

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 2,800 - 9,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Faster Pay

Shift meal discounts

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical coverage options

World class training and growth

Employee discounts

GED/Associate degree programs

Community recognition programs

Job summary

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Busser to help keep dining rooms sparkling and ready for guests. You will support servers, bartenders, and hosts, ensuring a welcoming experience from start to finish and contributing to efficient table turnover during high-volume service.

You’ll enjoy benefits including paid vacation and sick time, medical coverage options, and a path for growth through training and internal advancement.

Responsibilities

• Clear tables quickly with attention to detail, removing dishes, glassware, and cutlery
• Reset tables with clean silverware and plateware, maintaining consistent presentation
• Provide friendly, attentive service that creates a welcoming experience for every guest
• Demonstrate strong teamwork by supporting servers and bartenders with pre-bussing, refilling beverages, and guest requests
• Perform dining area maintenance, including cleaning floors, sweeping and mopping as needed

Job description

Compensation Range

$2.13 - $7.25 / Hour (This Position Earns Tips)

Overview

Our Bussers set the stage for a memorable dining experience by keeping our dining rooms sparkling clean, organized, and ready for every guest. As part of our high-volume, full-service restaurant team, you’ll move with speed, efficiency, and a sense of urgency to clear and reset tables for service. As a Busser, you’ll support servers, bartenders, and hosts to ensure every guest feels welcomed and cared for from start to finish.

Why Join our Team

Steady Hours, Flexible Life

• High-volume restaurant with great earnings potential
• Flexible scheduling with full-time or part-time opportunities to fit your life
• Faster Pay – access up to 50% of your earned wages the next day (exclusions apply)
• 50% off shift meals and 25% discount when dining with friends and family

Benefits That Have Your Back

• Paid vacation and sick time
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage options
• Medical coverage starting as low as $12 per pay period
• Virtual Care and no cost online mental health services

Grow With Us

• World class training designed to support your personal and professional growth
• Career advancement opportunities – over half of our managers are promoted from within
• No cost GED or Associate Degree programs

Perks, Recognition & Community

• Perks and discounts including cell phone, gym, movie, and theme park savings
• Employee recognition and appreciation awards
• HELP Fund (Hardship and Emergency Lifeline Program) for moments that matter
• Opportunities to give back through community and charity events
• Join an award-winning company, including:
• – Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® (since 2014)
• – PEOPLE® Companies That Care (since 2021)
• – Great Place to Work® Certified

What You’ll Do

• Clear tables quickly with attention to detail, removing dishes, glassware, and cutlery
• Reset tables with clean silverware and plateware, maintaining consistent presentation
• Provide friendly, attentive service that creates a welcoming experience for every guest
• Demonstrate strong teamwork by supporting servers and bartenders with pre-bussing, refilling beverages, and guest requests
• Perform dining area maintenance, including cleaning floors, sweeping and mopping as needed