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B.B. Italia; Paynes (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

B.B. Italia in Paynes, Texas is seeking a reliable restaurant support staff member responsible for maintaining a clean, welcoming dining environment. Duties include washing dishes, restocking stations, cleaning dining areas, and assisting with deliveries and opening/closing duties.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds; a hospitality mindset is essential to meet guest expectations and support front-of-house staff.

Qualifications

• TABC and FOOD HANDLER Certifications.
• Hospitality mindset and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize dishes, pots, pans, and flatware.
• Clean and restock cook stations for the next shift.
• Keep dining areas, restrooms, and facility clean.
• Assist with deliveries and opening/closing duties.
• Move chairs and tables; lift up to 40 pounds.
• Follow safety and health guidelines.

Skills

Hospitality mindset

Team player

Job description

Summary:

Responsible for communicating with front of the house personnel to provide a dining experience that meets or exceeds each guest's expectations. Observes each guest to ensure they are satisfied with the food, beverage, and service, responds to additional requests. Responsible for overall staff performance including morale, punctuality, and/or disciplinary issues. Responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workplace as noted on walk-throughs, checklists, and in compliance with all state, local and federal codes and regulations in Employee Handbook and Acknowledgements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensuring the Availability of Clean Dishes by Washing & Sanitizing Dishes, Pots, Pans, & Flatware.
• Preparing Kitchen for Next Shift by Cleaning & Restocking Cook Stations.
• Ensure Cleanliness & Maintenance of Dining Areas, Restrooms, & Facility.
• Ensure Cleanliness of Serving Vessels to Include Silverware, Plates, Glassware, Linen, etc.
• Possess a Welcoming and Friendly Demeanor at all times.
• Participate in all meetings for restaurant.
• Keeping "Work" area Clean while Following ALL Checklists such as Opening/Closing Duties.
• Aid & Assist w/Unloading Deliveries, Breaking Down Boxes.
• Must be able to Lift a Minimum of 10 Lbs.
• Interior/Exterior Cleaning/Sweeping of Floors, Perimeter Parking Lot, Sidewalks, Trash Areas.
• Moving Chairs & Tables to Effectively Clean.
• Monitor and ensure there is a Clean Workplace for the Entire Restaurant.
• Maintaining Equipment Such As Coolers, Stoves, Ovens, Pizza Press by Utilizing Proper Care & Cleaning.
• Must Work Well in a Fast-Paced Environment & Team-Setting.
• Effectively communicate with coworkers and management to ensure all service areas are working efficiently.
• Manage all service systems to safeguard property.
• Assist internal and external guests, place requests, and answer inquiries in a friendly manner.
• Ensuring guest(s) needs and requests are met within designated time standards. Making sure we are constantly going above and beyond our guests' expectations and standards.
• Follow ALL proper measures to ensure personal, employee & guest safety and health.

Qualifications:

• TABC & FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATIONS
• Hospitality mentality, team player.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking
• Must be able to lift, balance, and carry up to 40 pounds.