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Nabruzzi Trattoria; Lutz (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Torsap Thai Kitchen seeks an energetic busser to support servers and kitchen staff in a busy dining room. You will clear tables, restock supplies, and help with plate presentation while maintaining a clean and friendly dining environment.

Experience in quick-service settings is helpful; the role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a positive, guest-focused attitude in a fast-paced restaurant.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for long periods and lift trays.
• Ability to move quickly in a busy restaurant environment.
• Willingness to assist across front-of-house as needed.

Responsibilities

• Clear dirty dishes, glassware, and utensils from tables and reset for guests.
• Keep dining areas tidy and restock napkins/condiments; empty trash as needed.
• Replenish silverware, plates, and glassware; maintain bussing stations.
• Provide polite, attentive service and alert servers to guest needs.
• Transport food orders to tables; ensure correct temperature and tickets.
• Be familiar with menu to answer basic questions and accommodate dietary notes.
• Describe dishes briefly; maintain friendly professionalism with guests.
• Assist with plating/garnishing and communicate delays to kitchen.
• Organize and monitor orders; double-check tickets for specifications.
• Inspect dishes for presentation, temperature, and accuracy before service.
• Act as liaison between kitchen and front-of-house; update on status.
• Prioritize orders during peak hours and organize trays for runners.

Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Physical Stamina

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Adaptability

Job description

Busser Responsibilities

1. Table MaintenanceClear dirty dishes, glassware, and utensils from tables.
   Clean and reset tables promptly for the next guests.
   Refill water glasses and assist servers with guest needs when requested.
2. Restaurant CleanlinessKeep dining areas tidy by sweeping floors, wiping down surfaces, and restocking napkins or condiments.
   Empty trash bins and assist with cleaning up spills or messes.
3. Stocking and OrganizationReplenish silverware, plates, and glassware in the dining area and kitchen.
   Keep bussing stations organized and stocked with necessary supplies.
4. Customer InteractionProvide polite and attentive service to guests by addressing minor requests.
   Alert servers to guest needs or issues requiring attention.
5. Food DeliveryTransport food orders from the kitchen to tables promptly and accurately.
   Ensure food is delivered at the correct temperature and matches the ticket details.
6. Menu KnowledgeBe familiar with the menu to answer basic guest questions about dishes.
   Identify and accommodate dietary restrictions or special requests as noted on tickets.
7. Guest InteractionProvide brief descriptions of dishes when serving them.
   Maintain professionalism and a friendly demeanor during interactions with guests.
8. Kitchen SupportAssist with plating and garnishing dishes as directed by the chef or expo.
   Communicate effectively with kitchen staff regarding any delays or order modifications.
9. Order CoordinationOrganize and monitor food orders to ensure they are completed accurately and in the correct sequence.
   Double-check tickets to confirm all items are prepared according to specifications.
10. Quality ControlInspect each dish for presentation, temperature, and accuracy before sending it to the dining room.
    Communicate with kitchen staff about errors or missing items.
11. Communication HubAct as a liaison between the kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.
    Update servers on the status of food orders, especially during busy times.
12. Workflow ManagementPrioritize orders during peak hours to keep service flowing efficiently.
    Organize trays or carts for food runners when multiple items are ready at once.

Skills

1. TeamworkWork collaboratively with servers, cooks, and other staff to maintain efficient service.
   Support teammates during busy shifts.
2. Time ManagementQuickly and efficiently complete tasks to meet the fast pace of the restaurant environment.
3. Attention to DetailAccurately match food items to tickets and tables, ensuring no errors in delivery.
4. Customer ServiceMaintain a professional and friendly attitude when interacting with guests.
   Address customer concerns or redirect them to the appropriate staff member.
5. Physical StaminaAbility to stand for long periods, lift trays or stacks of dishes, and move quickly in a busy environment.
6. Communication SkillsListen carefully to instructions from supervisors and relay messages clearly to teammates.
7. MultitaskingBalance multiple tasks, such as cleaning tables, delivering food, and restocking supplies.
8. AdaptabilityStay calm under pressure and adjust to changes in orders or service flow.
   These roles are essential to a restaurant’s operation and often provide a stepping stone for other positions in the industry. Let me know if you’d like to tailor this further!