Busser, Watr

1 Hotel Austin, L.L.C.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

1 Hotel Austin, L.L.C. is hiring a Busser to be part of the service team at WATR. The role involves preparing tables, supporting servers, and ensuring cleanliness throughout the restaurant.

Ideal candidates should be organized, reliable, and able to multitask effectively. This position requires lifting weights and standing for extended periods as part of daily responsibilities.

Employees must be prepared to adhere to strict uniform standards and accommodate varying schedules, including holidays.

Qualifications

• Organized and capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently.
• Must be reliable and a team player who can adapt to different situations.
• Ability to lift heavy weights and stand for prolonged periods is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support servers and maintain restaurant cleanliness.
• Prepare tables and ensure all items are stocked.
• Assist in clearing and resetting tables for new guests.
• Follow hygiene and safety standards in all duties.

Skills

Organized and proficient at multitasking

Reliable team player willing to learn

Able to lift at least 50 lbs

Proficient in verbal and written English

Able to stand for long periods

Food Handling certification

Job description

Responsibilities

• A Busser at WATR works as part of the service team, supporting servers and maintaining overall cleanliness of the restaurant.
• Prepare all tables before service, ensuring that place settings are appropriately arranged.
• Use the appropriate table settings for different meal services (breakfast, lunch, dinner), including arranging mise en place items such as salt, pepper, sauces, and sugar bowls.
• Stock all stations at the beginning of the shift (plateware, water and wine glasses, and silverware) and maintain their cleanliness and availability throughout service.
• Maintain your designated section, ensuring water is delivered promptly upon guests’ arrival and assist other sections as necessary.
• Clear tables of plates and remove silverware and glassware between each course.
• Wipe down and reset tables for new guests.
• Polish silverware and ensure proper storage according to established standards.
• Complete assigned side work before and after service (refer to side work sheets for details).
• Ensure bar area cabinets and shelves are fully stocked before service (glassware, silverware, plates).
• Remove all dirty linens from stations, empty trash, and keep the area clean.
• Practice the highest regard for safety within all areas and with all materials.
• Follow and adhere to all standards set forth by federal and state guidelines.
• Perform other related activities as assigned by management.
• Participate in daily shift meetings.
• Adhere to strict uniform and grooming standards.

Employees are required to work varying schedules, including holidays, to accommodate the business and demands of the hotel.

Qualifications & Skills

• Organized and proficient at multitasking.
• Reliable team player willing to learn and adapt to new situations.
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Proficient in verbal and written English communication.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Food Handling certification (can be obtained during employment).

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform any other job‑related duties assigned by their supervisor.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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