Waitstaff Assistant/ Busser

Aramark Corporation; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking an Assistant Waitstaff/Busser to support the dining room team at a VIP club, luxury bar, and upscale dining environment. You will maintain impeccable dining areas, assist VIP Waitstaff and Mixologists, and ensure guests receive attentive, personalized service throughout their visit.

The ideal candidate is service-oriented, proactive, and committed to upholding the highest standards of luxury hospitality.

Qualifications

• Experience in luxury dining, private clubs, or high-end hotels.
• Excellent customer service and guest-satisfaction focus.
• Able to work in fast-paced environments with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift/move items.

Responsibilities

• Support VIP Waitstaff, Mixologists, and management teams to ensure a seamless and elevated guest experience.
• Set, clear, and reset tables according to luxury dining service standards.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and presentation of dining rooms, lounges, bars, service stations, and guest areas.
• Refill water glasses, replenish service items, and assist with guest requests throughout service.
• Deliver bread service, beverages, condiments, and other dining accompaniments as needed.
• Assist with food running and service support during peak dining periods and special events.
• Provide catering support as assigned, including tray-passing hors d'oeuvres, bussing dishes, and maintaining exceptional guest service standards.
• Stock and maintain appropriate levels of dining room supplies, glassware, silverware, linens, and service materials.
• Transport products and supplies while maintaining inventory integrity and operational efficiency.
• Anticipate guest needs and provide prompt, professional, and courteous service.
• Collaborate with servers, bartenders, culinary teams, and fellow service staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Clean, sanitize, and maintain appearance of workstations, service areas, dining spaces, and equipment.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety procedures.
• Ensure security and proper handling of company assets and equipment.
• Maintain a polished appearance, positive demeanor, and professional conduct at all times.
• Support special events, VIP functions, member experiences, and seasonal culinary programs as assigned.

Skills

Food service experience

Hospitality

Guest service

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Job description

Job Description

Exceptional dining experiences are built through attention to detail and seamless service. As an Assistant Waitstaff/Busser, you will play a vital role in supporting the dining room team within an exclusive VIP club, luxury bar, and upcoming upscale dining environment. This position is responsible for maintaining impeccable dining areas, assisting VIP Waitstaff and Mixologists, and ensuring guests receive attentive, personalized service throughout their visit.

The ideal candidate is service-oriented, proactive, and committed to upholding the highest standards of luxury hospitality. Assistant Waitstaff/Busser help create a polished and welcoming atmosphere by anticipating guest needs, maintaining dining room presentation, and supporting efficient service operations.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Hourly rate for this position is $23.00 to $23.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Responsibilities

• Support VIP Waitstaff, Mixologists, and management teams to ensure a seamless and elevated guest experience.
• Set, clear, and reset tables according to luxury dining service standards.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and presentation of dining rooms, lounges, bars, service stations, and guest areas.
• Refill water glasses, replenish service items, and assist with guest requests throughout service.
• Deliver bread service, beverages, condiments, and other dining accompaniments as needed.
• Assist with food running and service support during peak dining periods and special events.
• Provide catering support as assigned, including tray-passing hors d'oeuvres, bussing dishes, and maintaining exceptional guest service standards.
• Stock and maintain appropriate levels of dining room supplies, glassware, silverware, linens, and service materials.
• Transport products and supplies while maintaining inventory integrity and operational efficiency.
• Anticipate guest needs and provide prompt, professional, and courteous service.
• Collaborate with servers, bartenders, culinary teams, and fellow service staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Clean, sanitize, and maintain appearance of workstations, service areas, dining spaces, and equipment.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety procedures.
• Ensure security and proper handling of company assets and equipment.
• Maintain a polished appearance, positive demeanor, and professional conduct at all times.
• Support special events, VIP functions, member experiences, and seasonal culinary programs as assigned.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food service, hospitality, luxury dining, private clubs, hotels, or restaurant environments preferred.
• Strong customer service skills with a genuine passion for hospitality and guest satisfaction.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to anticipate guest and operational needs and respond with professionalism and urgency.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices preferred.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
• Requires constant standing and walking, with the ability to lift, carry, push, pull, bend, and move materials as needed throughout the shift.

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective equipment (PPE).

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.