Backwaiter

PF Changs China Bistro • Scottsdale, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Backwaiter is responsible for supporting restaurant operations by delivering food to guests promptly and courteously, assisting with dining room cleanliness, and maintaining service stations. All team members must provide excellent customer service to ensure exceptional guest experiences. P.F. Chang's embraces its Asian heritage in design, dishes, and cooking methods, using fresh ingredients since 1993. The company has over 210 U.S. restaurants and over 100 international locations. Their purpose is to Celebrate Life. Family. Food., treating team members like family, fostering learning and growth, and striving to provide joyful hospitality to guests.

Requirements

• No prior experience required—training is provided.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Possess or obtain a current Food Handler’s Card, where applicable.
• Ability to stand, reach, bend, balance, and lift objects up to 30 lbs. repeatedly during a shift.
• Strong multitasking skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food to guests efficiently and ensure all requests are met.
• Monitor the expo line, run trays of food for dine-in, and assist guests with any questions.
• Clear and sanitize tables, seating, and floors according to restaurant standards.
• Retrieve and transport dirty dishes to the dishwashing station.
• Restock and clean service stations as needed.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as coffee machines, iced tea machines, and POS systems.
• Interact courteously with guests and notify managers of quality or service concerns.
• Follow company policies, dress code, and safety procedures.
• Assist with greeting, seating guests, answering phones, and packaging takeout orders when necessary.
• Support with beverage preparation and responsible alcohol service when required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid on the job training
• Opportunities for advancement – we promote from within
• Discounted meals
• Employee referral program
• Exclusive team member discounts
• Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas at most locations
• 401(k) retirement plan (based on hours worked)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance (based on hours worked)
• Paid sick leave (in qualifying jurisdictions)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees