Busser / Service Busser

Ebbitt; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Training and development

Restaurant discounts

Job summary

Old Ebbitt Grill, part of Clyde's Restaurant Group, seeks a friendly Busser in Washington, DC. Join a historic, high-volume dining environment in downtown DC with competitive pay and flexible scheduling.

No formal experience required beyond a hospitality mindset and the ability to multitask during busy shifts. You will support servers, reset tables to brand standards, and help maintain a clean, efficient dining area.

Qualifications

• Proven hospitality mindset and guest-focused service.
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced restaurant.
• Willingness to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Bus glasses, plates, silverware, and other dining accessories from tables during service and after customers leave.
• Reset tables to CRG standards with linen, silverware, condiments, and other accessories.
• Assist servers by delivering water, refilling beverages, bussing tables, and handling requests.
• Restock service areas, beverage stations, and bars with glassware, silverware, linen, and condiments.
• Carry full bus pans from dining rooms to the kitchen and unload at the dishwasher.
• Fold napkins and carry them to service areas with tablecloths.
• Clean up spills, trash, and broken items; sweep dining rooms and transport waste to disposal areas.

Skills

Hospitality

Multitasking

Flexible shifts

Job description

Location: Washington, DC, United States
Date Posted: Oct 23, 2026

Are you ready to join a Washington, DC institution with a legacy of excellence and excitement with competitive pay?

Look no further than Old Ebbitt Grill, where history meets high-volume hospitality. As part of Clyde’s Restaurant Group, known for its diverse portfolio of 13 premier concepts in the DMV area, we offer competitive pay, flexible schedules, and a vibrant work environment in the heart of downtown DC. Join us at Old Ebbitt Grill and be part of delivering unforgettable dining experiences in one of the nation's most iconic locations.

We are conveniently accessible by car, multiple bus lines, and located near Metro Center and McPherson Square stations on the Red, Blue, Orange, and Silver lines.

WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS A BUSSER

• Competitive Pay: Earn compensation for your skills and dedication.
• Stable Company: Join a respected, stable organization.
• Flexible Schedule: Part-time, full-time, and on-call shifts available.
• Positive Culture: Embrace courtesy, dignity, and respect.
• Excellent Training: Classroom and on-premises training.
• Generous 401k: Immediate participation with competitive match.
• Restaurant Discounts: Enjoy 25% off at all Clyde’s Restaurants for you and 3 guests.
• Meal Discount: Get 50% off your shift meal.
• Top Health Plan: Access medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, and wellness resources, plus reduced rates on various services.
• Support: Benefit from an Employee Assistance Program with legal, emotional, and financial support.
• Wellness Resources: Access digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and annual flu shots.
• Financial Assistance: Assistance fund for employees in need.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for rapid advancement.
• Merit Recognition: Rewards for excellence and hard work.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access a discount program with thousands of brands and services.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN A BUSSER

• Friendly, hardworking, and hospitality-driven with a strong commitment to excellence and top-tier service
• Skilled at multitasking in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible availability to work early mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays, and weekdays as needed

WHAT YOU WILL DO AS A BUSSER

• Bus glasses, plates, silverware, and other dining accessories from tables during service and after customers leave the tables
• Reset tables to specific CRG standards with fresh linen, silverware, condiments, and other table accessories
• Assist servers by delivering water, refilling beverages, bussing tables, and carrying out customer and table server requests
• Restock service areas, beverage stations, and bars in the restaurant with glassware, silverware, linen, water, iced tea, condiments, bus pans, and other supplies needed for service
• Carry full bus pans from dining rooms to the kitchen; unload glasses, plates, and silverware at the dishwasher, and dump trash into the garbage can
• Fold napkins to be used for service and carry them to service areas along with tablecloths
• Clean up spills, trash, broken supplies, etc. made by front-of-the-house personnel and customers; sweep dining rooms throughout the shift, and carry trash from dining rooms and kitchen to trash removal areas

ABOUT US

Since 1963, Clyde's Restaurant Group has been a leader in the DMV restaurant scene, known for exceptional guest service and fostering a positive culture for employees. Our 14 properties include Clyde's, Old Ebbitt Grill, The Hamilton, 1789 Restaurant, Fitzgerald's, The Tombs, Rye Street Tavern, Cordelia Fishbar, Hamilton Live, and Ebbitt House (opening Fall 2026).

We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Clyde’s Restaurant Group participates in E-Verify. We use the federal E-Verify system to confirm that new hires are authorized to work in the United States. Click here to learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.