Porter) - The Open City

TRYST TRADING COMPANY•Washington, DC

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Support Person (Busser/Runner/Porter) supports the Bar, Counter, and Server staff by bussing tables, running food and drink orders, and maintaining guest-accessible areas. The role helps ensure guests have an enjoyable experience from arrival to departure while maintaining a clean, safe, and well-stocked work environment. The Tryst Trading Company food group describes itself as a team committed to exceptional food and drinks and genuine connection with guests and staff. The position offers opportunities for internal promotion and career advancement. The stated growth path is Host or Counter Person, then potentially Barista, Server, Managing Server, FOH Restaurant Manager, AGM, GM, and Central Management Positions. The company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old or have verifiable parental consent.
Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
Strong oral communication skills in English.
Ability to organize personal work and multitask effectively.
Must embody the company’s Core Values: unpretentious, fun at heart, passionate, mindful in the moment, and an all-for-one-and-one-for-all team attitude.
Must be capable of standing for extended periods.
Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure.
Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in additional languages is a significant asset.
Personable disposition, effective communication, and strong teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Greet and assist guests.
Respond promptly to guest needs or escalate requests for immediate assistance.
Clear and set tables and assist with pre-bussing.
Run food and drink orders efficiently.
Maintain service stations, including rotating bus bins, removing trash, and stocking supplies.
Monitor, clean, and stock public restrooms as needed.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Perform assigned running and closing sidework duties.
Carry out tasks or duties as directed by the Manager on Duty.
Follow good food safety practices.
Help ensure every guest has an enjoyable experience from arrival to departure.

Benefits

For full-time-eligible employees: employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance.
For full-time-eligible employees: paid vacation.
For full-time-eligible employees: employer-matching 401(k).
For all employees: transportation allowances.
For all employees: dining perks.
For all employees: growth opportunities and encouragement of internal promotion and career advancement.

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