Busser - Katsuya Century City

sbe Lifestyle Hospitality; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

sbe Lifestyle Hospitality is seeking a Busser to provide attentive service in a luxury dining setting in Los Angeles. The role ensures the venue is clean, well stocked, and compliant with Health District codes, while assisting the Back Server with tasks and table maintenance.

The position is part-time and on-site, with evenings, weekends, and holidays required. Ideal candidates will have 1+ year experience in high-end service and hold server-related credentials.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience in high-end, service-focused environment.
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
• ANSI approved Food Handler Card and Responsible Beverage Service certificate recognized by the ABC.

Responsibilities

• Ensures a seamless guest experience
• Constantly provides customers with accurate information about the venue and property as well as entertainment offered in each.
• Sets and resets tables according to standard before, during and after service.
• Welcomes all customers to the venue professionally and courteously, according to the established venue sequence of service.
• Communicates with management, and all other service staff to rectify any and all customer needs, comments or incidents.
• Cleans all spills immediately, notifying other staff members and using appropriate signage when necessary.
• Performs opening, running, and closing side work
• Must have an exceptional personality and hospitality driven attitude
• Must be polished, professional, friendly, dynamic and able to multitask
• Must be a highly organized individual with the ability to handle numerous tasks at a time
• Able to take initiative in a VIP driven and guest service focused environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Has excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Maintains a "sense of urgency" attitude for the completion of responsibilities/tasks

Skills

Hospitality

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

sbe conceptualizes and develops innovative concepts that invite you to indulge in the extraordinary. As the global leader in “lifestyle hospitality,” we redefine the hospitality experience through innovation and collaboration. We ELEVATE THE EXTRAORDINARY.

A pioneering icon in lifestyle hospitality, sbe has become an international brand. As a multiplatform hospitality and nightlife company, we create innovative concepts and award-winning experiences. As incubators and operators, we develop globally acclaimed culinary brands, critically acclaimed restaurants, lounges, and nightclubs. What unites them is a continued commitment to innovation, and service, delivering an unparalleled experience that exceeds the highest of expectations and sets new industry standards. sbe conceptualizes and develops innovative concepts that invite you to INDULGE IN THE EXTRAORDINARY

Katsuya is truly a feast for the senses. With specialty cocktails, unique rolls, and spectacular sushi and sashimi platters, Chef Uechi skillfully translates Japanese flavors for the American palate. The superb talent and exacting precision of Katsuya has changed the face of Japanese cuisine. Katsuya analyzed the eating habits of the American public and stepped outside of what is considered traditional Japanese cuisine, mixing it with California-style cuisine. This innovation ignited a new sushi trend that spread like wildfire throughout the industry.

Job Summary

The busser provides attentive service to each assigned section by working diligently to ensure the environment is clean and well stocked. The Back Server is also responsible for ensuring that the venue is always compliant with the Health District codes. The Busser will set and clean tables in addition to assisting with all tasks necessary.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures a seamless guest experience
• Constantly provides customers with accurate information about the venue and property as well as entertainment offered in each.
• Sets and resets tables according to standard before, during and after service.
• Welcomes all customers to the venue professionally and courteously, according to the established venue sequence of service.
• Communicates with management, and all other service staff to rectify any and all customer needs, comments or incidents.
• Cleans all spills immediately, notifying other staff members and using appropriate signage when necessary.
• Performs opening, running, and closing side work
• Must have an exceptional personality and hospitality driven attitude
• Must be polished, professional, friendly, dynamic and able to multitask
• Must be a highly organized individual with the ability to handle numerous tasks at a time
• Able to take initiative in a VIP driven and guest service focused environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Has excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Maintains a "sense of urgency" attitude for the completion of responsibilities/tasks

Desired Qualifications

• Prefer a minimum of one (1) year experience in a contemporary dining restaurant
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older

Work Schedule

• Part-time, on-site position
• Requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• The position operates in a fast-paced, dynamic hospitality environment focused on delivering high-impact guest experiences.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand or walk a minimum eight (8)-hour shift and work inside assigned bar area in the venue.
• Must be able to twist, tow (push or pull), reach, bend climb and carry objects as necessary.
• Must be able to lift and carry 25-50 pounds.
• Must be able to work inside and outside at all times of the year as needed, based upon business volumes.

Work Authorization

Must be able to provide documentation that shows you are authorized to work in the United States. Must be twenty-one (21) years of age.

Education / Experience / Credentials

Minimum of one (1) years relevant experience in high-end, service-focused environment. It is the employee's responsibility to secure and maintain the current status of all required certificates, licenses, or registrations when required by local, state, or federal government agencies. ANSI approved Food Handler Card and Responsible Beverage Service certificate recognized by the ABC.

Affirmative Action / EEO Statement

We are an equal-opportunity employer who is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We believe in, embrace, and abide by the spirit, as well as, to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Our policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, internships, and apprenticeship. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.