Busser - Snow City Cafe

Locally Grown Restaurants; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Sick leave with pay

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Snow City Cafe in Anchorage, AK is seeking a Busser to support servers, clear and reset tables, and help maintain the dining room flow. The role is offered as PT/FT with a $14/hr wage. The busser will restock glassware, assist with side work, and ensure a clean, welcoming dining area.

Ideal candidates are reliable, able to multitask during peak hours, and communicate effectively in English. Must be 16+ and hold a valid Anchorage Food Worker Card.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Must be able to communicate, write, and understand English.
• Must have a current Municipality of Anchorage Food Worker Card.

Responsibilities

• Clear, clean, and reset tables for guests.
• Take bus tubs and glass racks to the dish room and restock glasses and silverware.
• Pre-bus tables and maintain table cleanliness throughout shift.
• Assist in opening, ongoing, and closing side work.
• Sweep, mop spills, and manage the sani-bucket and towels as needed.
• Keep server and bar stations stocked with ice and glassware.
• Assist other staff to maintain dining room pace during busy periods.

Skills

English fluency

Communication

Job description

Busser - PT/FT - Snow City Cafe ($14 hr)

Summary

The busser is responsible for providing support to the servers, and other staff as needed. The basic duties are to clear, clean, and reset tables, take bus tubs and glass racks to the dish room, pre-bus tables, and re-stock glasses and silverware. The busser is also responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the restaurant throughout their shift. Bussers need to have strong multitasking skills, keep pace with the busyness of the restaurant, and be efficient with their time. This is particularly crucial during solo shifts and peak hours of service, as they are part of the responsibility of helping with the overall pace and flow of the dining room.

Operations

• Make sure that the dining areas are ready for service
• Knows all table numbers and server sections
• Takes ownership of the look and cleanliness of the tables in the restaurant
• Is constantly pre-bussing, picking up trash from the floor, straightening tables and chairs, etc., as needed
• Completes all opening, ongoing, and closing side work
• Clears, cleans, and resets tables efficiently and effectively, including sweeping under tables when needed
• Manages and changes the sani-bucket every two hours and towels as needed
• Sets up incoming bussers for success by restocking and communicating with the incoming staff
• Answers guest questions if possible or immediately gets their server or MOD
• Keeps ice in the server/bar stations well-stocked
• Sorts dirty dishes and flatware to appropriate locations in the dish area, scrapes all remaining food off dishes, and stacks them in an organized manner
• Polishes glassware and silverware as needed
• Is occasionally expected to mop up spills and broken glass, and clean up any messes that may occur during business hours

Other Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Must be able to communicate, write, and understand English
• Must have a current Municipality of Anchorage Food Worker Card

Available Benefits*

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (medical and childcare accounts available)
• Accrued sick leave with pay, converts to PTO after 1 year
• 401(k) with employer matching up to 4%
• Dining discounts at our sister restaurants (Snow City Cafe, Spenard Roadhouse, South Restaurant + Coffeehouse, Crush Bistro)
• Limited benefits available for jobs located at Crush Bistro, Muse x Crush, and PAC