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Busser / Service AssistantThe Melting Pot • Newport News, VA
Busser / Service Assistant

Busser / Service Assistant

The Melting Pot • Newport News, VA
30+ days ago
Salary
$10.00 hourly
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

Why The Melting Pot:

  • A polished, upscale dining environment
  • Team-oriented culture
  • Tip share opportunity in addition to base hourly wage
  • Experience in a hospitality-driven restaurant setting

If you take pride in presentation, enjoy staying active, and like being part of a team that works together to create great guest experiences, we’d love to hear from you.


The Melting Pot is seeking a dependable, energetic, and service-focused Busser to support our front-of-house team during weekend evening service. This role is essential to keeping the dining room running smoothly and ensuring our guests receive attentive, polished service throughout their experience.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Strong work ethic and sense of urgency
  • Ability to communicate clearly with team members and guests
  • Willingness to take direction and work collaboratively
  • Professional, well-groomed appearance with adherence to uniform standards
  • Positive attitude and commitment to hospitality
  • Reliable weekend availability

Position Details:

  • Weekend evening shifts only: Friday–Sunday
  • Holiday availability is required
  • Base wage: $10/hour plus additional tip share

Physical & Activity Expectations:

  • Ability to stand and remain active throughout the shift
  • Ability to lift and carry trays, ice buckets, dish racks, and other service items
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced dining room environment

Responsibilities Include:

  • Bussing and efficiently resetting tables
  • Refilling guest water glasses and assisting with beverage service
  • Maintaining clean and safe dining room floors
  • Assisting servers with table service, including drink refills and guest requests
  • Supporting overall dining room flow and guest satisfaction
  • Completing front-of-house cleaning and side work as assigned


No prior restaurant experience? No problem. We welcome young or first-time job applicants and are happy to train individuals who bring a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn.

Must have reliable transportation * Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced work environment. * Skill and coordination when using hands to write, pour, and carry several drinks, plates, and bowls at the same time. * Lift Items weighing up to 25 lbs regularly * Ability to listen, understand, and respond to team member and guest requests in a loud environment. * Be able to stand/walk/move up to 5 consecutive hours
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