Busser

Newport Restaurant Group; Narragansett (RI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous 401k match

Employee ownership opportunities

35% dining discount

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Programs

Referral Bonus Program

Holiday Appreciation Bonus

Job summary

Celeste, part of the Newport Restaurant Group, is seeking a Busser in Narragansett. You will help create a pleasant dining experience by cleaning, setting tables, restocking plates, and occasionally assisting with service. This role supports servers and helps maintain a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications include a flexible schedule to work days, nights, weekends, and some holidays. Prior bussing experience is a plus but not required, with physical stamina to stand long periods

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and move 25-50 pounds.
• Be collaborative, using a team approach to creating an equitable workplace environment and have respectful working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Monitors dining room tables to ensure they meet or exceed standards (i.e. proper table symmetry, non-streaked glassware).
• Prepares tables for each party by removing dirty dishes and linens, sweeping the floor, wiping seats, and resetting the table.
• Assist servers in pre-bussing tables, as needed.
• Transports clean dishware from the dish area to ensure adequate supplies remain on hand during shift.
• Fills ice bins with ice and empties trash as needed.

Skills

Stand long periods

Lift 25-50 lbs

Team collaboration

Job description

Celeste is looking for a Busser to join the team.

Celeste is located in the sandy shoreline community of Narragansett. Comfortable, casual and creative, Celeste aims to provide stellar service alongside our unique menu of Coastal European flavors, welcoming locals and visitors to join us year-round for fresh flavors and hospitality. Celeste is proud to be part of the Newport Restaurant Group!

About the Position: In the Busser role, you will be contributing to a pleasant dining experience by cleaning and setting tables, restocking plates, or (at times) serving food.

About You: You are positive and energetic with a great attitude You are looking to be part of a team, while still being able to work independently, in a fast-paced environment. You have prior bussing experience or are willing to learn as a new skill!

• Monitors dining room tables to ensure they meet or exceed standards (i.e. proper table symmetry, non-streaked glassware, etc.)
• Prepares tables for each party of guests by removing dirty dishes and linens, sweeping the floor and wiping seats around the table, and resetting the table
• Assist servers in pre-bussing tables, as needed
• Transports clean dishware from the dish area to ensure adequate supplies remain on hand during shift.
• Fills ice bins with ice and empties trash as needed

Qualifications:

• Must have flexible schedule to work during days, nights, weekends, and some holidays as needed
• Prior experience a plus but not required

Skills & Abilities:

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and move 25-50 pounds
• Be collaborative, using a team approach to creating an equitable workplace environment and have respectful working relationships

Compensation and Benefits:

• Financial & Employee Ownership:
  • Generous Company 401k match
  • Employee Ownership Opportunities
• 35% discount when dining in our locations (including food and beverages)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Programs
• Referral Bonus Program
• Holiday Appreciation Bonus

*Depending on your annual hours worked, you may also be eligible for:

• Medical
• Vision
• Flexible and Dependent Care spending account options
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Voluntary Benefits:
  • Telemedicine access
• Wholesaler Club Reimbursement Program
• Vacation paid time off

AboutNewport Restaurant Group:We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company. What does it mean to work for an 100% Employee-Owned Company? If you decide to join our team, you’ll not just be an employee — you’ll be eligible to become an owner in the company. Really, there’s no catch, we invest in our employees, and they in turn invest their time, energy and talents in our businesses! We have one of the strongest, friendliest hospitality staffs in New England. Our common goal is to make people happy through great food, great locations and great teamwork. If you feel the same, we want to hear from you.