Busser

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 24,851 - 28,984; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Free meals while working

Medical, vision, dental insurance for full-time associates

401K with company match

Vacation and sick leave

Associate discounts

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group Inc in Pasadena is seeking a dedicated busser to support the serving team and enhance guest experience. The busser will be responsible for clearing tables, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with beverage service.

This position offers flexible schedules and competitive pay along with benefits for full-time associates including medical insurance and a 401K with company match.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Stand for long periods and perform physical tasks.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment and manage conflicts.

Responsibilities

• Clear and reset tables according to Panda standards.
• Prepare and serve beverages promptly to guests.
• Assist servers to ensure guest satisfaction.

Job description

Are you craving a career? Ready for growth? Come see why Panda might be the right place!

Summary of Job Scope and Expectations

The busser plays a critical role in assisting servers to provide exceptional service to guests. The busser clears and resets tables, refills water, serves tea, and restocks clean plates, silverware, and glassware.

Essential Functions

• Clear and reset tables according to Panda standards, following company procedures for setting tables.
• Prepare and serve ice‑water and hot tea to guests as soon as the party is seated.
• Assist servers in serving guests’ orders as needed.
• Remove plates and silverware from tables as guests finish and maintain proper table manner.
• Notify servers when bringing coffee or other beverages to ensure proper charges.
• Assist servers with monitoring tables for guest satisfaction, quality and additional service.
• Inform servers of any potential guest issues.
• Set up work stations, ensuring all server supplies, including ice bins, are replenished and ready for peak periods.
• Ensure that all table linen, silverware, glassware are clean and in good condition; replace as needed and alert management to any damage.
• Maintain the server station and dining room area clean and free of debris at all times; clean up spills promptly for guests anywhere in the dining room.
• Maintain restroom cleanliness and restock supplies when necessary; perform light janitorial duties in the dining room and building.
• Complete all opening, on‑going and closing side work.
• Maintain constant awareness of safety issues (e.g., broken glass, frayed electrical cords, leaks, broken locks and suspicious persons) and report all incidents to the manager.
• Act responsibly toward all company property, supplies, and equipment.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive pay
• Free meals while working at Panda
• Medical, vision, dental, voluntary short‑term disability, and cancer income protection insurance for full‑time associates
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• 401K with company match
• Vacation, sick leave, bereavement/funeral leave and Leave Share Program for eligible associates
• Associate discounts for many brands
• Referral bonus for eligible associates
• Opportunity to give back to your community
• Hands‑on paid training to prepare you for success
• Ongoing career and leadership development
• Opportunities for growth into management positions
• Pre‑tax dependent care flexible spending account
• Please refer to https://www.pandacareers.com/files/PRG_HR_Recruiting_Benefits.pdf for details.

ADA Statement

While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam. Employees are expected to stand for long periods, prepare hot and cold foods, use a Chinese cook knife and other kitchen equipment, and work quickly while maintaining accuracy. Required physical abilities include lifting up to 50 lbs., standing up to four hours, and reaching across counter tops measured at 36 inches. Equipment must be small, portable or managed by a cap or bag, and may contain a lockable drive or cover. Med-jkeys with training are required in all kitchens to assure that staff can lift, carry, and work with equipment safely.
Employees must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment, communicate verbally, adapt to dynamic priorities, and manage conflicts or difficult situations.

EEO Statement

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law including but not limited to sex, gender, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. We comply with all federal, state, and local laws regarding workplace accommodation requests. The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations during the application and hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

Pay Range

$18.04 – $21.04 per hour (within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors including work location and experience).