WAITER/WAITRESS (FULL TIME)

Restaurant Associates is a prominent dining and event catering provider recognized for serving some of the nation’s most prestigious museums, performing arts centers, and corporate clients. As an industry leader within the foodservice sector, Restaurant Associates prides itself on delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding customer service. The company operates with a commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability, bringing vibrant and diverse dining options to its wide-ranging clientele. The organization values its associates and invests in their professional growth by fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment. Employees benefit from competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages, and opportunities for career advancement, all while contributing to memorable dining experiences at culturally significant venues.

The full-time Waiter/Waitress position based in Washington, DC, is integral to maintaining Restaurant Associates’ high standards of service excellence. This role involves efficiently taking food and beverage orders, delivering items promptly, and engaging guests warmly to ensure a satisfying dining experience. A successful candidate will demonstrate proficiency in menu knowledge, seamlessly accommodate special requests and dietary restrictions, and uphold safe food handling and sanitation standards. The position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to coordinate with kitchen and other staff to ensure order accuracy and timeliness. The schedule includes variable days and hours, offering flexibility and opportunities to work during special events and functions. This role provides a fixed pay rate of $17.95 per hour and is eligible for an employee referral bonus, highlighting the company’s commitment to rewarding teamwork and talent acquisition.

Joining Restaurant Associates means becoming part of a supportive team that values professionalism, respect, and a positive work culture. Waitstaff members receive comprehensive training, ongoing support, and access to employee benefits that promote their well-being both inside and outside the workplace. These benefits include retirement plans, health and wellness programs, various insurance options, commuter benefits, and flexible spending accounts, among others. Additionally, Restaurant Associates emphasizes safe work practices, requiring the use of protective gloves and slip-resistant shoes, ensuring a secure environment for all employees. The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, providing fair hiring practices without regard to race, gender, age, or other protected classifications. With ongoing application acceptance and a streamlined online process, candidates can efficiently apply for this rewarding hospitality position that combines customer service excellence with a dynamic, fast-paced environment.