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Busser/ Runner

Full-Time in Ojai, CA - FOH - $18.00 - $20.00 / hr


The Restaurant Busser is responsible for supporting the wait staff and ensuring a clean, well-maintained dining area. Their primary duties include clearing tables, resetting them for the next guests, and assisting servers with delivering food and drinks. Bussers play a vital role in maintaining the efficiency of the dining room and ensuring a positive guest experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Clear and clean tables: Remove dirty dishes, glassware, utensils, and napkins from tables after guests leave.
  • Reset tables: Quickly and efficiently prepare tables for new guests by setting out clean utensils, plates, napkins, and condiments.
  • Support wait staff: Assist servers by bringing food to the table, refilling drinks, and providing additional items as needed by guests.
  • Clean and maintain dining area: Ensure floors, chairs, and the surrounding dining areas remain clean and free of debris.
  • Assist with dishwashing: When needed, help the kitchen staff by carrying dishes to the dishwasher or assisting in cleaning duties.
  • Restock supplies: Replenish condiments, napkins, utensils, and other dining supplies throughout the shift.
  • Respond to guest requests: Be attentive to guest needs, helping to answer basic questions or fulfilling small requests, such as extra napkins or silverware.
  • Work with the host: Coordinate with the host or hostess to ensure that tables are turned over efficiently for new guests.
  • Assist in maintaining overall cleanliness: Help clean bathrooms, service stations, or other areas of the restaurant as needed.