Busser

Chez José; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive workplace

Team-building events

Work-life balance

Delicious food

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Chez Jose in Portland, OR is seeking a Busser to enhance our guests' dining experience by maintaining a clean, organized dining area and assisting the service team with timely table clearing, cleaning, and resetting. The ideal candidate works well in a fast-paced restaurant, communicates clearly with teammates, and stays aware of guest needs while upholding health and safety standards.

This role offers opportunities to contribute to a welcoming atmosphere, learn from seasoned staff, and grow

Qualifications

• Experience clearing and resetting tables efficiently.
• Ability to manage a section of tables.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand/walk during shifts.
• Excellent communication to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering a superior dining experience by exceeding guest expectations and anticipating their needs.
• Provide a friendly greeting to guests with a warm, sincere smile.
• Handle guest challenges with tact and patience, ensuring issues are resolved to the guest’s satisfaction.
• Support the service team by assisting with the setup, service, and cleanup of food and beverages.
• Adhere to all service protocols, including managing special dietary needs and allergy precautions.
• Maintain strict compliance with health and safety regulations, following all cleaning and sanitation procedures.
• Complete all tasks according to the guidelines and standards set out in the Employee Handbook.
• Work cooperatively with all team members to foster a collaborative work environment.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the team and ensure efficient operations.

Skills

Table clearing

Resetting tables

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

Stamina

Job description

The Busser is a key player in enhancing our guests’ dining experience, responsible for maintaining a clean and well-organized dining area. This role supports the service team by ensuring that tables are cleared, cleaned, and reset quickly and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have strong teamwork skills, be well-organized, and possess excellent situational awareness.

Benefits:

• Diverse, Inclusive, Welcoming Safe Space for Everyone
• Opportunities to Group
• Work-life Balance
• Delicious Food
• We're Competitive

Responsibilities:

• Assist in delivering a superior dining experience by exceeding guest expectations and anticipating their needs.
• Provide a friendly greeting to guests with a warm, sincere smile.
• Handle guest challenges with tact and patience, ensuring issues are resolved to the guest’s satisfaction.
• Support the service team by assisting with the setup, service, and cleanup of food and beverages.
• Adhere to all service protocols, including managing special dietary needs and allergy precautions.
• Maintain strict compliance with health and safety regulations, following all cleaning and sanitation procedures.
• Complete all tasks according to the guidelines and standards set out in the Employee Handbook.
• Work cooperatively with all team members to foster a collaborative work environment.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the team and ensure efficient operations.

Qualifications:

• Experience in efficiently clearing and resetting tables, and transporting dirty dishes to the designated areas.
• Available to effectively manage a section of tables.
• Ability to safely maneuver furniture such as chairs, tables, highchairs, and booster seats.
• Proficient in using all necessary cleaning tools and equipment.
• Excellent communication skills for following verbal and written instructions.
• Capable of multitasking effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• Able to work in tight, noisy, and varying temperature conditions.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and to stand and walk during the entire shift, navigating through potential hazards.