Server Assistant | Elevate Guest Experience & Growth

Benihana - Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (FT)

401(k) Plan (All Employees)

Paid Time Off

Employee Dining Discounts/Onsite Meals

Career Development Opportunities

Paid Sick Time (where applicable)

EAP

Job summary

Benihana - Pittsburgh is hiring a Server Assistant to support the service team, ensure tables are prepared, and help deliver a memorable dining experience.

You will anticipate guest needs, assist servers, and uphold high standards of cleanliness and hospitality in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires standing for long periods, ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, and basic English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Guest-first mindset and hospitality focus.
• Ability to multi-task in a high-volume setting.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift trays as needed.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic English proficiency for guest interactions.

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.

Skills

Guest-first mindset

Multi-tasking

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Stamina

Night/ Weekend availability

Basic English

Job description

Benihana - Pittsburgh is hiring a Server Assistant to support the service team, ensure tables are prepared, and help deliver a memorable dining experience.

You will anticipate guest needs, assist servers, and uphold high standards of cleanliness and hospitality in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires standing for long periods, ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, and basic English proficiency.