Server Assistant

Honorable Mention; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Honorable Mention, set to open in Portland, Oregon in early 2026, is looking for passionate Server Assistants. These individuals will play a crucial role in ensuring efficient service flow at our elevated sports bar.

The position offers an energetic atmosphere with opportunities to assist in various roles, including running food, supporting bartenders, and maintaining cleanliness. Join our team for a refined yet exciting game-day experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively run food from the kitchen quickly and accurately.
• Skills to assist bartenders in a barback role when needed.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization in guest and service areas.

Responsibilities

• Run food quickly and accurately from the kitchen.
• Assist bartenders as a barback.
• Clear and reset tables.

Skills

Ability to identify menu items and table numbers

Strong sense of urgency and teamwork

Physical stamina for fast-paced service

Clear communication with FOH and BOH

Willingness to step into multiple support roles

Job description

Benefits:

• Company parties
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

SERVER ASSISTANT

Honorable Mention is an elevated sports bar delivering a refined yet approachable game-day experience, that will be opening late February/early March 2026. We offer curated cocktails, large-format TVs, and a comfortable, energetic atmosphere designed for connection and excitement. Our menu features thoughtfully crafted small-plate shareables alongside bold, show-stopping entrées meant to be enjoyed together. We’re building a team of passionate, hospitality-driven individuals who take pride in great service, teamwork, and creating memorable experiences for every guest.

Barback / Food Runner / Busser Hybrid)

Role Summary

Server Assistants are the backbone of service flow, ensuring tables turn efficiently, food arrives hot, and the bar stays stocked and ready.

Key Responsibilities

• Run food quickly and accurately from the kitchen
• Assist bartenders as a barback (ice, glassware, restocking)
• Clear, reset, and maintain tables
• Support servers with refills, pre-bussing, and guest needsKeep service stations stocked and organized
• Assist expo and kitchen during peak service times
• Maintain cleanliness in guest and service areas

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to identify menu items and table numbers
• Strong sense of urgency and teamwork
• Physical stamina for fast-paced service
• Clear communication with FOH and BOH
• Willingness to step into multiple support roles as needed