NOW HIRING Hosts, Food Runners & Bussers

Michael Timothy's Dining Group; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Timothy Dining Group is hiring at the newly expanded Lost Cowboy Taproom in Portsmouth, NH for Hosts, Food Runners and Bussers. Join a lively venue with live music and line dancing.

We value teamwork, hospitality and a positive attitude. No prior restaurant experience required, but great attitude and willingness to learn matter most. Open 7 days a week, competitive compensation.

Come be part of a growing team and help deliver memorable dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Friendly, dependable team players with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Customer-service orientation and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Host duties: welcome guests, manage waitlist, seating, and reservations.
• Food Runner duties: deliver food promptly and assist servers.
• Bussers duties: clear and reset tables, restock stations, support the team.

Job description

NOW HIRING! Hosts, Food Runners & Bussers

The Newly Expanded Lost Cowboy Taproom | Portsmouth, NH

Be part of something BIG!

Lost Cowboy Taproom is growing, and we're looking for energetic, friendly, and dependable team members to join our crew!

Our newly expanded Portsmouth location is bringing even more excitement to the area with live music, line dancing, great food, and a lively atmosphere that makes work fun. If you love being around people, enjoy a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of an awesome team, we'd love to meet you!

NOW HIRING

Hosts | Food Runners | Bussers

What You'll Do

Hosts

• Welcome guests with a friendly attitude and make a great first impression.
• Manage the waitlist, reservations, and seating arrangements.
• Escort guests to their tables and provide menus.
• Communicate with servers and managers to keep seating organized and service running smoothly.
• Answer phones, assist with guest questions, and provide accurate wait times.
• Keep the entrance and host stand clean, organized, and welcoming.

Food Runners

• Deliver food promptly and accurately from the kitchen to the correct tables.
• Ensure dishes are presented properly and orders are complete before leaving the kitchen.
• Communicate with kitchen staff and servers to keep service moving efficiently.
• Assist with special requests and help ensure every guest receives a great dining experience.
• Keep food pickup areas clean, stocked, and organized.

Bussers

• Clear and reset tables quickly and efficiently for incoming guests.
• Keep dining areas clean, organized, and ready for service.
• Assist servers with maintaining their sections throughout the shift.
• Restock service stations and maintain dining room supplies.
• Work closely with the entire team to keep service running smoothly, especially during busy shifts.

Why Work at Lost Cowboy?

• Be part of an exciting, newly expanded venue in Portsmouth.
• Work in a fun atmosphere featuring live music and line dancing.
• Join a team that values teamwork, hospitality, and a positive attitude.
• Build your restaurant and hospitality skills in a lively, fast-paced environment.
• Be part of a growing restaurant group with opportunities to learn and advance.

Our Hours

• Monday–Wednesday: Dinner
• Thursday–Sunday: Lunch and Dinner
• Open 7 days a week!

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for team players who are dependable, positive, attentive to detail, and ready to jump in wherever needed. You should enjoy working with people, take pride in providing great service, and be comfortable working in a busy restaurant environment.

Previous restaurant experience is a plus, but a great attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn are what matter most!

About Michael Timothy Dining Group (MTDG)

Founded in 1995, Michael Timothy Dining Group is a locally owned and operated hospitality group with restaurants throughout New Hampshire and Massachusetts, including Buckley's Great Steaks, Surf Restaurant, Buckley's Bakery & Cafe, Buckley's Burgers & Steaks, Buckley's on the Water, The Rosa, and Lost Cowboy Taproom.

We're passionate about high-quality food, exceptional service, and genuine hospitality. Our team is at the heart of everything we do, and we take pride in creating a positive work environment built on honesty, integrity, and hospitality.

As MTDG continues to grow, we're committed to providing competitive compensation, generous benefits for eligible team members, and opportunities for professional growth and development across our restaurants.

When you join MTDG, you're joining a team that supports one another, takes pride in what we do, and works together to create memorable experiences for our guests.

Ready to Join the Crew?

Come be part of the excitement at the newly expanded Lost Cowboy Taproom in Portsmouth, NH! With great people, live music, line dancing, and an atmosphere unlike any other, this is your chance to join a growing team and be part of something special.