Server Assistant

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $2.13
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
group health insurance
employee discount
401 K
Advancement opportunities
flexible scheduling

Job Description

Ruth's Chris Steak House is a renowned upscale steakhouse chain known for its exceptional hospitality, high-quality food, and commitment to providing memorable dining experiences. Established with a strong focus on integrity and team success, Ruth's Chris has built a reputation as a leader in the fine dining industry, celebrated for its warm service and top-tier steak offerings. With locations across the country, Ruth's Chris Steak House prides itself on creating an environment where both guests and employees feel valued and appreciated. The company emphasizes growth and development, investing considerably in training and career advancement opportunities for its team members. This supportive culture has enabled Ruth's Chris to maintain a highly motivated and skilled workforce dedicated to excellence in hospitality.

The role of Server Assistant/Busser at Ruth's Chris Steak House is a pivotal position within the front-of-house team, essential to delivering a seamless dining experience for guests. Working in this position offers the chance to grow your career within an organization that values hospitality as much as it values the professional growth of its employees. As a server assistant or busser, you will be responsible for ensuring that tables are quickly and efficiently cleared, reset, and maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and readiness. This role requires close collaboration with waitstaff, kitchen team members, and other restaurant personnel to guarantee timely service and a well-coordinated dining room.

The job is hourly with pay starting at $2.13 plus tips, coupled with an array of benefits designed to support employee well-being and long-term career growth. Paid time off, group health insurance, an employee discount, 401(k) plans with company matching, opportunities for advancement, and flexible scheduling highlight the comprehensive benefits designed to attract and retain dedicated team members. As a server assistant/busser, you will be expected to maintain not only the dining area but also restrooms and other front-of-house spaces, adhering strictly to safety and sanitation standards. This role demands physical stamina, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to guest satisfaction.

Joining Ruth's Chris as a server assistant/busser means becoming part of a team that believes in mutual respect, continuous learning, and delivering outstanding hospitality. This position is ideal for those seeking to enter the hospitality industry or advance their career in a reputable and supportive environment. By providing excellent service and supporting your colleagues, you play a critical role in fostering an atmosphere where guests leave delighted, and the team thrives.

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift, handle and carry trays, smallwares and equipment weighing up to 35 pounds
  • must have a good sense of balance, be able to bend, kneel, stoop, reach and squat on a frequent basis to obtain and store food, beverage items, smallwares and service equipment
  • must be able to communicate effectively and listen attentively to supervisors, employees and guests
  • ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays
  • pass background check
  • eligibility to work in the United States

Job Qualifications

  • Strong communication skills
  • ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
  • previous experience in hospitality or food service preferred but not required
  • willingness to learn and adapt to new responsibilities
  • reliable and punctual
  • good physical stamina and ability to perform repetitive tasks
  • commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and guest service

Job Duties

  • Clear tables of dishes, utensils and trash
  • wipe down tables and seating and reset efficiently and promptly
  • assist waitstaff by promptly refilling water glasses, coffee if offered, replacing used utensils and clearing plates between courses, obtaining condiments and providing assistance as needed
  • respond promptly and courteously to guest requests, ensuring their needs are met to enhance their overall dining experience
  • maintain a clean and well-stocked supply of utensils, napkins, condiments, and other necessary items
  • collaborate closely with the kitchen and waitstaff to ensure efficient communication and coordination between front-of-house and back-of-house operations
  • monitor and maintain cleanliness of restrooms, conducting checks, cleaning as needed and regularly restocking supplies
  • assist with general cleaning duties, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting
  • adhere to all safety and sanitation regulations to ensure a safe working environment for both staff and guests
  • provide support to other team members as needed to ensure smooth restaurant operations during busy periods or special events

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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