Restaurant Busser: Fast, Friendly Table Support & Cleaning

Ensemble; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensemble in Menlo Park, CA is seeking a team‑oriented dining room helper responsible for clearing and resetting tables, assisting with dish and surface cleaning, bussing, and supporting the kitchen during busy periods. You will help maintain a clean, welcoming dining area and ensure smooth service.

Ideal candidates show strong hygiene practices and clear communication. CA Food Handlers Upon Hire is required.

Qualifications

• Strong cleaning skills with attention to hygiene standards.
• Experience bussing or supporting food service environments preferred.
• Ability to perform manual handling tasks safely.
• Knowledge of food handling and restaurant safety protocols.
• Excellent communication to collaborate with team and guests.
• Previous restaurant or hospitality experience is advantageous but not required; enthusiasm and willingness to learn are essential.

Responsibilities

• Clear and reset tables efficiently for a tidy dining area.
• Assist with cleaning dishes and restaurant surfaces per health standards.
• Buss tables promptly to maintain smooth service flow.
• Handle manual tasks including heavy lifting with safe practices.
• Maintain dining area cleanliness by sweeping and sanitizing.
• Assist food handling duties when needed to support kitchen.
• Communicate effectively with team to coordinate service flow.
• Follow management directions and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Table cleaning

Bussing tables

Dish & surface cleaning

Safety hygiene standards

Team communication

Manual handling awareness

Hospitality attitude

Education

CA Food Handlers Upon Hire

Job description

Ensemble in Menlo Park, CA is seeking a team‑oriented dining room helper responsible for clearing and resetting tables, assisting with dish and surface cleaning, bussing, and supporting the kitchen during busy periods. You will help maintain a clean, welcoming dining area and ensure smooth service.

Ideal candidates show strong hygiene practices and clear communication. CA Food Handlers Upon Hire is required.