Service Assistant (Food Runner/Busser)

Wolf by Vanderpump Scottsdale; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolf by Vanderpump Scottsdale is seeking a Service Assistant for its vibrant rooftop dining environment. You will run plates, clear and reset tables, and keep service flowing from open to close while upholding high standards of cleanliness and guest care.

Ideal candidates bring experience in upscale, high-volume restaurants and a guest-first mindset, with a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Join HCW Hospitality’s team dedicated to exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience in upscale, high-volume dining helps
• Ability to move quickly and maintain cleanliness and flow
• Strong communication with FOH and kitchen teams will be valued

Responsibilities

• Deliver dishes from kitchen to guests with speed and care for presentation
• Clear and reset tables between guests
• Keep service areas clean and stocked
• Refill water and assist guests with utensils as needed
• Coordinate with kitchen, bar, and service team to maintain timing and flow
• Work with urgency in a fast-paced rooftop setting
• Support management with additional duties as needed

Skills

Food service experience

Guest-focused mindset

Team communication

Ability to lift/move quickly

Flexible schedule

Job description

Description

JOB SUMMARY

At Wolf by Vanderpump, everything is intentional — the lighting, the cocktails, the energy, and especially the people.

As a Service Assistant, you’ll be fully in the action — running plates, clearing tables, resetting the room, and keeping service flowing from open to close. You’ll be the quiet engine behind the show, making the magic look effortless.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Deliver dishes from the kitchen to guests with accuracy, speed, and care for presentation
• Clear and reset tables quickly and thoroughly between guests
• Keep floor areas, service stations, and the host stand clean, stocked, and guest-ready
• Refill water, provide extra utensils, and respond to guest needs in coordination with the server
• Communicate clearly with the kitchen, bar, and service team to keep timing tight and service smooth
• Move with urgency and purpose in a fast-paced, high-volume rooftop setting
• Take on additional duties as assigned by management to support the smooth operation of the hotel

WHAT YOU BRING

• Previous experience as a food runner, busser, or combo service role in an upscale, high-volume restaurant
• Confidence navigating a fast-paced floor while carrying trays, plates, and clearing items efficiently
• A guest-first mindset and a sharp eye for cleanliness, flow, and detail
• Excellent communication and a team-focused attitude — you move as one with the FOH team
• Ability to lift, carry, and move quickly in tight spaces
• Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays

JOIN HCW HOSPITALITY

At HCW Hospitality, we create incredible experiences for every guest, every time. We build energetic communities that enhance lives, driven by innovation, authenticity, and a deep passion for service. We take pride in doing things right, with a team that’s committed to making every moment count.

HCW Hospitality is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.