Guest-First Host & Busser — Hospitality Pro

Elmer's Restaurants; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tip pool

50% meals

Employee assistance program

Employee referral bonuses

Life insurance $10,000

Preventative care plan

Dental insurance (voluntary)

Vision coverage (voluntary)

Accident, Critical Care Insurance (vol

Flexible medical & dependent care (vol

401(K) with company match (voluntary)

Paid Time Off after 90 days

Job summary

Elmer's Restaurants is hiring a host/busser to deliver warm hospitality and assist guests from arrival through seating. This role supports servers, manages wait lists, and helps maintain a clean, welcoming lobby and dining area.

Candidates should be guest-focused, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Part-time opportunities are available at our Bend, OR location.

Qualifications

• Must speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Must be able to perform basic math and data entry.
• Must have a valid Food Handler’s Card.
• Must have an Alcohol Server Permit if required by state regulation.

Responsibilities

• Greets guests warmly and checks them in.
• Opens doors for guests and assists with seating.
• Maintains lobby, waiting area, and cashier station cleanliness.
• Assists servers and manages the wait list as needed.
• Processes guest payments and ensures guest satisfaction.
• Restocks tables and maintains dining area cleanliness.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Food Handler’s Card

Alcohol Server Permit

Tools

POS/Cash register

Job description

Elmer's Restaurants is hiring a host/busser to deliver warm hospitality and assist guests from arrival through seating. This role supports servers, manages wait lists, and helps maintain a clean, welcoming lobby and dining area.

Candidates should be guest-focused, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Part-time opportunities are available at our Bend, OR location.