Restaurant FOH Support Staff: Food Runner, Bus Person
About The Position
As a Bus Person or Food Runner at Simon Pearce Restaurant, you will support the guest experience and the restaurant team in a setting known for its views and artisanal cuisine. You will work with experienced hospitality professionals and help create memorable dining experiences. The roles offer flexible hours and short shifts. Bus People and Food Runners earn a base pay of $7.21–$9.00 per hour plus tips. Bussers primarily set and clear tables to Simon Pearce standards, working efficiently so tables are ready for the next guests. The position is temporary/seasonal and located at The Mill in Quechee, Vermont. Simon Pearce’s mission is to shape timeless and functional designs from simple, natural materials to elevate everyday life; its vision is to celebrate the beauty of objects with real, authentic character. Its stated values are dignity and respect, ownership and initiative, commitment to quality and craft, and learning and growth together. The company describes its compensation and benefits as including competitive tipped compensation, paid time off for part-time employees, a potential 401(k) retirement plan, and employee discounts on glass and pottery products and at the restaurant. Employees working 20–30 hours per week receive employer-paid short-term disability, basic life, critical illness, and accident insurance.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Friendly, professional demeanor.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Clean large and small trays and tray stands so they are ready for service.
- Assist servers as needed to optimize guests’ dining experiences.
- Work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Report to work on time and in uniform.
- Be positive, polite, and cooperative with coworkers, managers, vendors, and guests.
- Complete all closing duties at the end of each shift.
- Perform duties while adhering to safety guidelines and practices throughout each shift.
- Report unsafe working conditions or actions, accidents, and injuries to the Chef or Manager-on-Duty.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- For bussers, set and clear tables according to restaurant standards so they are ready for the next guests.
Benefits
- Paid time off for part-time employees.
- Potential 401(k) retirement plan.
- Employee discounts on glass and pottery products and at the restaurant.
- Employer-paid short-term disability, basic life, critical illness, and accident insurance for employees working 20–30 hours per week.
- Competitive tipped compensation.
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Education Level
High school or GED
