Busser matchbox

Thompson Hospitality Corp.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant restaurant known for its delicious wood-fired pizzas and American bistro fare as a Busser. This role is essential to creating a clean and enjoyable dining experience for guests. You will work in a high-energy environment, collaborating with the serving staff to ensure smooth operations. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting. With a focus on community and diversity, this opportunity offers a chance to grow within a family-run company that values its employees and their contributions. Become part of a team that serves millions each year and celebrates the joy of dining together.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Pet Insurance

Discounts on Hotels and Restaurants

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred; effective communication skills required.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff for efficient table turnover.
• Clear and reset tables, maintaining cleanliness.
• Support team during busy periods and engage with guests.

Skills

Effective Communication

Team Collaboration

Physical Stamina

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Overview

At matchbox, a renowned restaurant specializing in wood-fired pizzas and delicious American bistro fare, we are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Bussers. As a Busser, you will be an essential part of creating a clean, organized, and enjoyable dining experience for our guests. Join us and become part of a high-energy restaurant that brings people together through delectable food and a vibrant atmosphere.

Competitive Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k), matched up to 4%
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Pet Insurance
• Discounts: Hotels, Travel, Tickets, Restaurants
• Employees and their relatives are eligible for a discounted meal plan at any of our HBCU client locations while they are attending school

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the serving staff to ensure efficient table turnover and a smooth dining experience.
• Clear and reset tables promptly, maintaining a clean and organized dining area.
• Assist in the cleaning and preparation of various dining areas and equipment.
• Refill supplies, such as napkins, utensils, and condiments, as needed.
• Support the team by providing assistance during busy periods or special events.
• Foster a positive and friendly atmosphere for guests by engaging with them and addressing their needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively in the primary language of the work location (verbal and written).
• 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.

Who We Are:

Thompson Hospitality is the nation’s largest minority-owned food and facilities management company. Our services include hospitality, full dining and quick service restaurants, campus dining, diversity consultation, facility operations and maintenance management. We are a family-run organization with more than thirty years providing services built on our core mission to provide a positive experience to every relationship we are involved in: one guest, one client, one team member at a time. As a fast growing company, we have a growth plan to more than double in size over the next three years. We are looking for team members who are interested in developing their careers to the next level while joining our team of over 4,000 employees, serving clients in over 40 states to include more than 1.9 million guests each year. Thompson Hospitality focuses on three core areas in everything we do:

• Purpose
• Give back to our communities
• Celebrate diversity
• People
• Do the right thing
• Treat people the way you want to be treated
• Always do your best
• Be accountable for our actions
• Performance
• Serve the highest quality food
• Provide world-class service
• Maintain flexibility to better serve our clients

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.