Busser

Lettuce-Entertain-You; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Lettuce-Entertain-You is seeking bussers to join the team at Di Pescara, a contemporary favorite on the North Shore. Bussers will assist the service team to exceed guest expectations in a lively dining environment.

The ideal candidate will support various functions such as cleaning tables and ensuring efficient service, while enjoying benefits like restaurant discounts, medical insurance, and a 401(k). Join us for a rewarding experience that focuses on teamwork and excellence in service.

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively communicate in written and spoken direction.
• Ability to multitask calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment.
• Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Clean and reset tables and transport dirty dishes.
• Greet guests with a warm, sincere smile.
• Assist service team with all food and beverage service.

Skills

Teamwork

Organization

Communication

Multitasking

Job description

We’re hiring people to join our team as BUSSERS!

A Few of Our Busser Benefits:

• Restaurant Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program - Focusing on a Commitment to Mental Health & Wellness
• Paid Vacation for Qualifying Employees
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life, Accident Protection & Critical Illness Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 401(k)

A contemporary favorite on the North Shore, Di Pescara specializes in meticulously selected seafood, hand-rolled sushi and a satisfying range of Italian and global specialties. The setting is modern with animated, lively dining rooms, private party rooms and an intimate, well‑stocked bar. Chef‑Partner Mychael Bonner brings a modern approach to traditional dishes with results such as Miso Glazed Sea Bass, Oven Roasted Fish and housemade Gnocchi. With both small‑bites desserts and a new a la carte Sunday brunch, Di Pescara will satisfy all appetites any day of the week.

BUSSER JOB DESCRIPTION

Bussers are responsible for assisting the service team in exceeding the guest’s expectations. Assists with Barista duties as directed. Teamwork, organization and good awareness are necessary for success in this position.

Essential Functions

• Clean and reset tables and transport dirty dishes to bus tub, tray or dish room
• Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
• Effectively service a minimum of an eight table section
• Safely and effectively move chairs, tables, highchairs and booster seats
• Clean and reset tables and transport dirty dishes to bus-tub, tray or dish room
• Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment
• Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
• Ability to multitask calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
• Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
• Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Ensure the overall guest experience exceeds expectations and anticipate guests’ needs
• Greet guests with a warm, sincere smile
• Use tact and good judgement when dealing with guest challenges and respond to guest needs with patience and courtesy
• Assist service team with all food and beverage service
• Follow all steps of service
• Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
• Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and proceduresFollow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Get along well with others and be a team player
• Other duties will be assigned as needed

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