Server Assistant

Benihana; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Dining Discounts

Career Growth

Paid Time Off

Short-term Disability

Job summary

The ONE GROUP is hiring a Server Assistant in a tipped role in San Diego. You will support the service team, ensure tables are set, and help deliver a superior dining experience. Your role is to anticipate guest needs and uphold the brand’s high standards of service.

You’ll assist servers, run food, and maintain cleanliness while working closely with a fast-paced team. This position requires flexibility for nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Guest-first mindset for hospitality excellence.
• Ability to multitask in a high-volume environment.
• Clear communication and teamwork with the service team.
• Strong attention to detail and anticipation of guest needs.
• Stand for extended periods, carry trays, lift up to 20 lbs.
• Availability for nights, weekends and holidays.
• Basic English for guest interactions.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional guest service and contribute to an elevated dining experience.
• Collaborate with servers to deliver food, answer questions, maintain table standards.
• Run food and drinks efficiently with accurate table placement.
• Pre-bus, clear and reset tables between courses.
• Maintain cleanliness of service areas and dining spaces.
• Assist with table setup, stocking stations, and front-of-house tasks.
• Communicate with the team to boost efficiency and service speed.
• Follow health and sanitation regulations to ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Guest-first mindset

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Join the Global Leader in Vibe Dining!
***This is a tipped position***

Why Join Our Team?

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Full Time Restaurant Employees. Part Time Employees are not eligible for health benefits.
• Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance – Employee Paid.
• Voluntary accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance – Employee paid.
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) Plan – All Employees

Exclusive Perks & Growth Opportunities

• Employee Dining Discounts and/or Complimentary Onsite Meals
• Career Development & Limitless Growth Opportunities
• If you reside in Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington, D.C., you are entitled to Paid Sick Time in accordance with state and local regulations.
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter and Dependent Care Benefits

What You’ll Do

As a Server Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our service team, ensuring tables are set, food is delivered efficiently, and guests receive an unparalleled dining experience. Your mission is to anticipate guest needs, assist servers, and help maintain THE ONE GROUP’s high standards of service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional guest service, ensuring an elevated and memorable dining experience
• Work closely with servers to deliver food, answer guest questions, and maintain table standards
• Run food and drinks efficiently while ensuring accuracy and proper table placement
• Pre-bus tables, remove used tableware between courses, and reset tables promptly
• Clear, clean, and reset tables quickly to maintain seamless service flow
• Maintain restaurant cleanliness, ensuring service areas and dining spaces are neat and organized
• Assist with table setups, stocking service stations, and additional front-of-house tasks as needed
• Communicate effectively with team members to enhance efficiency and service speed
• Follow all health and sanitation regulations to maintain a safe and clean work environment

What We’re Looking For

• Guest-first mindset with a passion for hospitality and service excellence
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently in a high-volume environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to anticipate guest and server needs
• Must be able to stand for extended periods, carry trays, and lift t20 lbs.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Basic English proficiency required for guest interactions

Why THE ONE GROUP is Your Next Career Move

This is more than a job—it’s a career opportunity with limitless potential in an expanding global brand.

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