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Busboys and Poets is a multi-concept restaurant, bar, event, and bookstore space in DC, MD, and VA. We are hiring for the position of Server. Job Type: Variable Pay Rate: $17.50 per hour Responsibilities Serve as the initial point of contact for the restaurant, greeting each and every guest warmly, with a smile. Provide guests with menus and seat them at tables or in waiting areas. Receive and record patrons' dining reservations via company software. Maintain contact with kitchen staff, management, serving staff, and customers to ensure that dining details are handled properly and customers' concerns are addressed. Speak with patrons to ensure satisfaction with food and service, to respond to complaints, or to make conversation. Answer telephone calls and respond to inquiries or transfer calls. Inspect dining and serving areas to ensure cleanliness and proper setup. Inspect restrooms for cleanliness and availability of supplies and clean restrooms when necessary. Support the food runner/expo for to-go orders, to include checking IDs and presenting over to-go orders to guests. Collect payment when needed. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Must have a warm and inviting personality. Must have weekend availability and work a minimum of 3 shifts per week. Must love talking to people! Benefits Competitive pay and benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match of 100% of 4% and 50% of the next 2% of contributions; 1 week of sick leave per year; paid parental leave; company-paid life insurance; pet insurance; and more. We use E‑Verify to confirm U.S. employment eligibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr