Guest-First Backwaiter — Fast-Paced Service

P.F. Chang's; New York (NY); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Paid on the job training

Advancement opportunities – we promote

Discounted meals

Employee referral program

Exclusive team member discounts

Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas

Job summary

P.F. Chang's is hiring Backwaiters in New York to support restaurant operations by delivering food promptly and courteously, maintaining dining room cleanliness, and keeping service stations well stocked.

All team members receive training, with opportunities for advancement. Flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and benefits like health insurance are available based on hours worked. Immediate start for full-time and part-time positions.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required—training is provided.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Possess or obtain a current Food Handler’s Card, where applicable.
• Ability to stand, reach, bend, balance, and lift objects up to 30 lbs. repeatedly during a shift.
• Strong multitasking skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food to guests efficiently and ensure all requests are met.
• Monitor the expo line, run trays of food for dine-in, and assist guests with any questions.
• Clear and sanitize tables, seating, and floors according to restaurant standards.
• Retrieve and transport dirty dishes to the dishwashing station.
• Restock and clean service stations as needed.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as coffee machines, iced tea machines, and POS systems.
• Interact courteously with guests and notify managers of quality or service concerns.
• Follow company policies, dress code, and safety procedures.
• Assist with greeting, seating guests, answering phones, and packaging takeout orders when necessary.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication

Stand for long periods

Job description

P.F. Chang's is hiring Backwaiters in New York to support restaurant operations by delivering food promptly and courteously, maintaining dining room cleanliness, and keeping service stations well stocked.

All team members receive training, with opportunities for advancement. Flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and benefits like health insurance are available based on hours worked. Immediate start for full-time and part-time positions.