Busser - Matchbox

Thompson Hospitality; Great Falls Crossing (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and vibrant team at a well-established dining establishment known for its elevated American bistro fare. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your contributions help create friendly gathering spaces for guests. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, physical stamina, and a passion for providing excellent service. With flexible shifts and a supportive atmosphere, this position is perfect for individuals looking to grow within the hospitality industry.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and able to perform essential functions.
• High energy and stamina required for a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining an organized work area and cleaning service areas.
• Clear and clean tables, floors, and all service areas.

Skills

Effective Communication

Physical Stamina

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Matchbox opened its first location in 2003 and quickly became known for wood-fired pizzas, mini burgers, fresh salads and chef-inspired entrées, like pan-seared sea bass and oven-roasted filet mignon. We like to call it elevated American bistro fare, crafted from high quality ingredients with a chef at the helm in every kitchen.

By the end of our founding year, matchbox had become a neighborhood fixture and earned the honor of Washington, DC’s "Best New Restaurant” of 2003 by the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington .

Eighteen years later, matchbox has grown to eleven restaurants in Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia and Florida. We’ve been successful over the years because we’ve stayed true to our original beliefs and continue to be inspired by creating friendly, high energy gathering places with delicious food and drinks that bring people together.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining organized work area, which may require reaching, bending, stooping, lifting and working with cleaning agents.
• Clear and clean tables, floors and all service areas throughout the restaurant, which may require reaching, bending, stooping, lifting and working with cleaning agents
• Complete side-work and other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) preferred
• At least 18 years of age
• Able to perform essential functions and demonstrate competencies to company standards with reasonable accommodation.
• Able to communicate effectively in the primary language of the work
• Able to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends, and all holidays
• Able to stand and walk for up to 10 hours per day; able to climb flights of stairs
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• High energy and stamina. Able to work within a fast-paced, highly mobile environment

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

About the company

Thompson Hospitality is a minority-owned Food Service provider, and one of the largest Retail Food and Facilities Management companies in the country.