The Bungalow Kitchen : Food runner-Busser-Barback

Our establishment is a high volume, elevated bistro and lounge located in California, known for providing an exceptional dining experience with a focus on quality food, beverage, and hospitality. This vibrant and upscale dining venue thrives on delivering an elegant atmosphere paired with a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Our team is dedicated to serving guests with professionalism and warmth, ensuring that every visit is memorable. The bistro offers a diverse menu, expertly crafted cocktails, and a welcoming ambiance that attracts a broad clientele, from casual diners to connoisseurs of fine dining. We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of cleanliness, efficiency, and guest satisfaction throughout the entire dining experience.

We are currently seeking experienced bussers to become an integral part of our front-of-house team. This role is essential in supporting a seamless dining experience by efficiently clearing, cleaning, and resetting tables while maintaining the overall cleanliness of the dining area. The Busser position is fast-paced and requires working closely with management and service staff to keep operations running smoothly. This position is for individuals who thrive in high energy environments and are passionate about upholding the highest standards of hospitality and service quality. While this job description focuses on the Busser role, candidates may also be considered for positions such as food runners and bar backs during the interview process. Employment type is typically full-time or part-time based on availability and restaurant needs, and competitive wages are offered to experienced candidates.

The Busser supports the entire service team by ensuring that tables are ready promptly for incoming guests and that all dining areas are clean and orderly at all times. Responsibilities include refilling water and bread, restocking service stations, assisting servers with food running, and providing attentive and discreet support to guests. Attention to detail and maintaining a sense of urgency are vital, as is a cooperative team spirit cultivated among all staff. The physical demands of the job involve prolonged periods of standing and walking, lifting moderate weights, and sometimes moving quickly to keep pace with high volume service. Our team embraces strong communication skills and clear verbal interactions to enhance guest and team experiences.

Candidates for this role should possess a valid California Food Handler Card or be willing to obtain one within 30 days of hire. Experience of at least three years in a fast-paced, full-service restaurant setting is required, particularly one that operates at an elevated level of cuisine and service. Preference is given to those who genuinely enjoy working in a hospitality-driven environment that values teamwork, urgency, and dedication to excellence. By joining our team, bussers become key contributors to the overall guest experience and help maintain the smooth flow of service in a busy, upscale dining establishment.