Busser/Table Cleaner

Der Dutchman Restaurant Sarasota; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free buffet/salad bar lunches

DHG Discounts

Sundays off

Annual vacation bonus

On-the-job training

Flexible schedules

Scholarship program

Job summary

Der Dutchman Restaurant Sarasota is seeking a Busser to support a busy dining room. You will clear and reset tables, assist servers, and keep the dining area clean to ensure a welcoming guest experience.

In this fast-paced role, you’ll stand for long periods, lift items, and follow safety and cleanliness standards while delivering friendly service to guests and teamwork with kitchen and front-of-house staff.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Lift, carry, and move dishes, trays, and supplies as needed.
• Dependable, punctual, and a team player.
• Willingness to follow safety procedures and service standards.
• Availability for weekend and holiday shifts.

Responsibilities

• Clear used dishes, silverware, glasses, and other items from tables promptly.
• Clean and sanitize tables and seating areas after guests leave.
• Assist servers with guest needs and requests as needed.
• Keep dining areas, walkways, and service stations clean and organized.
• Transport dirty dishes to the dishwashing area.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Work cooperatively with servers, kitchen staff, and management.
• Provide friendly and helpful service to guests.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Effective communication

Stamina

Team player

Job description

The Busser supports restaurant operations by helping maintain clean, organized, and welcoming dining areas. This position assists servers by clearing and resetting tables, keeping the dining room clean, and ensuring guests have a pleasant dining experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clear used dishes, silverware, glasses, and other items from tables promptly.
• Clean and sanitize tables and seating areas after guests leave.
• Assist servers with guest needs and requests as needed.
• Keep dining areas, walkways, and service stations clean and organized.
• Transport dirty dishes and other items to the appropriate dishwashing area.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Work cooperatively with servers, kitchen staff, and management to support smooth restaurant operations.
• Provide friendly and helpful service to guests.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and guests.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move dishes, trays, and supplies as needed.
• Dependable, punctual, and willing to work as part of a team.
• Willingness to follow company policies, safety procedures, and service standards.
• Availability to work assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed.

Our team members enjoy:

• Free buffet/salad bar lunches
• DHG Discounts
• Sundays off
• Annual vacation bonus
• Wooden Nickels
• On-the-job training
• Flexible schedules
• Scholarship program

Work Environment

This position works in a busy restaurant environment and requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and carrying items. The Busser must maintain a clean and safe work area while supporting the restaurant team and providing a positive guest experience.