Busser - Restaurant DeGolyer

Proof of the Pudding; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily meals per shift

Flexible schedule

On-the-job training

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Proof of the Pudding at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden seeks an entry-level Busser for a part-time role. You will help keep tables, dining areas, and service stations clean and organized while supporting servers and guest experience.

You should be able to work in a fast-paced team environment, enjoy flexible scheduling including weekends and holidays, and follow safety and sanitation standards. Prior restaurant experience is welcome but not required.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, professional attitude.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Clear and reset tables quickly and efficiently to maintain a clean, welcoming dining environment.
• Assist servers by running food, refilling water, and responding to guest needs as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in dining areas, service stations, and back-of-house support areas.
• Restock utensils, glassware, and supplies to ensure smooth service flow.
• Support the team during busy service periods with effective communication and teamwork.
• Follow all safety and sanitation procedures to uphold restaurant standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall operations.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden - Dallas, TX 75218, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: High School Diploma/GED, Job Shift: Any

Bussers support the front-of-house team by keeping tables, dining areas, and service stations clean and organized. They assist with clearing and resetting tables, running food when needed, and ensuring guests have a smooth, enjoyable dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Clear and reset tables quickly and efficiently to maintain a clean, welcoming dining environment.
• Assist servers by running food, refilling water, and responding to guest needs as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in dining areas, service stations, and back-of-house support areas.
• Restock utensils, glassware, and supplies to ensure smooth service flow.
• Support the team during busy service periods with effective communication and teamwork.
• Follow all safety and sanitation procedures to uphold restaurant standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall operations.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, professional attitude.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Special Skills

• Teamwork and adaptability
• Attention to detail and cleanliness
• Efficiency under pressure
• Strong communication skills
• Guest-focused mindset

Work Environment

The environment is fast-paced and dynamic, particularly during peak service hours, with moderate noise from conversations, music, and kitchen activity. This position will be in and out of the kitchen area.

Uniform Requirements

Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines. Non-slip shoes are necessary.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of moving through the restaurant
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
• Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils.
• Must be able to lift up-to 40 pounds at times.

CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Business Acumen - Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships. Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
• Dedication - Dependable, reliable and follows through on projects from inception to completion. Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks. Demonstrate a win-win attitude: “see it, own it, solve it.”
• Ethics and Integrity - Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company’s culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
• Safety & Security - Observe safety and security standards. Use equipment and materials properly. Comply with safety standards and personal protective equipment requirements. Report potential unsafe conditions or practices to appropriate person immediately. Promote restaurant safety, cleanliness and security compliance at all times.
• Teamwork - Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely.
• Communication - Communicate clearly and effectively with mutual respect, understanding and trust to fellow associates, managers, supervisors and guests. Listen carefully to opinions and views of others; state understanding of what has been heard.
• Initiative - Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency. Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.
• Adaptability & Planning - Possess the ability to learn new tasks and adjusts well to new situations. Perform well under tight time schedules and pressures to change direction quickly.
• Service Orientation - Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.

Position Salary & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Benefits include daily meals per shift.
• Flexible schedule, in a unique and exciting work locations.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• On-the-job training that can be applied industry wide.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Proof of the Pudding and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.