Busser - LAVO Tampa

Tao Group Hospitality; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Tao Group Hospitality is opening two venues, LAVO and BarOnda, at Hotel Cala in Tampa. We are building opening teams and seeking Bussers to support servers and ensure guest satisfaction in a fast-paced venue.

As a busser, you will reset tables, deliver water, maintain cleanliness, and collaborate with front‑of‑house and heart‑of‑house staff while upholding a high standard of hospitality.

Qualifications

• Previous hospitality experience preferred.
• Previous busser experience preferred.
• Experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate and accommodate the needs of the guests.
• Maintain the general cleanliness and orderliness of the tables and surrounding area including floor.
• Communicate the needs of the guests to Front-of-House and Heart-of-House support staff, servers, managers, and chefs.
• Deliver, fill, and re-fill water, as requested by guests and/or directed by servers.
• Clears and resets tables, and cleans table area, including banquettes, during service.
• Participates in, when available, marking tables for upcoming courses and supports opening/closing procedures.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Team player

Positive energy

Job description

In early 2027, Tao Group Hospitality is bringing two distinct dining experiences to Hotel Cala on Tampa's waterfront. LAVO will make its Tampa debut with signature coastal Italian cuisine and hospitality, while BarOnda will bring a vibrant atmosphere to the Riverwalk with curated cocktails, bites, and waterfront views. We're building our opening teams now. Join Tao Group Hospitality and be part of bringing two exciting new destinations to Tampa.

Assists Servers & Cocktail Servers in steps of guest service, and resets tables in a speedy, professional, and effective manner. Interacts with the dining room/lounge guests, fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Anticipate and accommodate the needs of the guests.
• Maintain the general cleanliness and orderliness of the tables and surrounding area including floor.
• Communicates the needs of the guests to Front-of-House and Heart-of-House support staff, servers, managers, and chefs.
• Deliver, fill, and re-fill water, as requested by guests and/or directed by servers.
• Clears and resets tables, and cleans table area, including banquettes, during service.
• Helps ensure guest satisfaction through active participation in service.
• Maintain general cleanliness of stations and the entire venue.
• Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.
• Properly sets-up floor and side stations, performs side-work and other opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including:
• Responsible for making sure all tables and chairs/banquettes are clean and free of debris
• Sets tables with proper settings
• Wipes down chairs, tables, and banquettes
• Stocks side-stations with prescribed supplies
• Completes opening duties as assigned or directed.
• Completes closing duties as assigned or directed.
• Participates in, when available, marking tables for upcoming courses (apps, entrees, desserts).
• Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management.
• Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings.
• Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings.
• Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example.
• Portrays a positive and professional attitude.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.
• Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.
• Assist and/or complete additional tasks as assigned.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

Tao Group Hospitality in-venue busser training

EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

• Previous hospitality experience preferred.
• Previous busser experience preferred.
• Previous experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge.

SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

• Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate
• Must have good positive energy throughout the day
• Must be able to print legibly for Team Members, management, and guests to read
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to move quickly
• Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
• May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
• Exposure to cleaning materials
• May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
• Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
• Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment