Busser

The Yacht Club is seeking a Busser with elevated, high-volume restaurant experience. Bussers are an integral part of our collaborative front-of-house team, helping to create exceptional guest experiences and earning industry leading tips. VENUEThe Yacht ClubThe Yacht Club is a waterfront dining, drinking, and events destination - a full New York City block in the sky - on the 10th floor of Chelsea's 1930s masterpiece of industrial architecture, the landmarked Starrett Lehigh building.DETAILSJob OverviewPosition SummaryThe role of a busser is crucial to maintain a smooth and pleasant dining experience for guests. They play a key supporting role in the overall success of a restaurant's service. Attention to detail, excellent customer service, and a commitment to providing a high standard of cleanliness and presentation are particularly important for a busser. Their duties include promptly clearing tables after guests finish their meals, resetting them for new diners, and collaborating with both servers and kitchen staff to synchronize the flow of service. Bussers also play a supportive role in delivering food to tables, refilling water glasses, and responding to guest requests with politeness and efficiency. Beyond their contributions to the overall dining experience, bussers contribute to the upkeep of cleanliness in the dining area, swiftly addressing spills or debris. Their adaptability and attention to detail are particularly crucial. Bussers are vital team members who work cohesively to uphold the restaurant's standards and ensure a positive and enjoyable environment for patrons.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesComply with Company and Department of Health established sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health standards; observe proper food preparation and handling techniques and safety protocolsComply with Company safety plan and standards as set forth in training materialsDispose of all trash, cardboard, etc. from kitchen and service areas as requiredInteract with guests with positivity and composure in all circumstancesKeep work area neat and clean at all times to ensure DOH standards are metMaintain knowledge and understanding of every item on the menu and answer guest questions with clarity and confidence, providing recommendations upon requestMaintain organized service stations with appropriate levels of linens, silver, and glasswarePerform daily cleaning and sanitation tasks as directedProvide friendly, gracious, motivated, detail oriented, and responsive service to create a memorable dining experience for guestsSet up and breakdown station to specification; perform cleaning tasks at the conclusion of each service and prepare for the following service. Minimum Qualifications Ability to perform essential job functions when working in a high business volume, fast-paced environmentAbility to walk, stand, and/or bend continuously and for extended periods of time as required to perform essential job functionsAble to lift 30+ lbs.Willing to help other coworkersAble to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the businessFluent in both written and spoken EnglishMust love sunsetsWillingness to work in outdoor climate conditions Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of th is position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the functions of this job, an employee must walk, stand, or remain stationary during entire the shift. Employee must be able to continuously reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop and wipe with the potential for slipping or tripping. Employee must frequently wash their hands and lift or move up to 35 pounds.BenefitsPaid Safe and Sick LeaveCommuter BenefitsEmployee Discount