Busser

Role: Busser

Location: New York City (One Fifth)

Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt

Reports to: General Manager, Assistant General Manager, and Floor Managers.

Position Summary

The Busser plays a critical role in ensuring seamless service at Golden Steer NYC. You’ll support the service team by keeping tables, stations, and the dining room clean, polished, and guest-ready at all times. With urgency, attention to detail, and a team-first mindset, you will help maintain the timeless steakhouse experience that Golden Steer is known for.

Key Responsibilities

• Guest Support: Reset tables quickly and precisely, ensuring all place settings meet Golden Steer standards.
• Cleanliness & Organization: Keep dining areas, service stations, and sidework zones clean and stocked throughout service.
• Service Assistance: Deliver bread, water, and additional items as directed by servers; help run food when needed.
• Team Collaboration: Support servers, runners, and managers by anticipating needs and stepping in without being asked.
• Efficiency & Urgency: Move quickly without sacrificing detail, especially during peak hours.
• Hospitality: Greet guests warmly and assist in making the dining room feel welcoming and polished.

Golden Steer Core Values (How We Win)

• Championing Character: Show respect for guests and teammates; stay calm and clear under pressure.
• Consistency Breeds Excellence: Maintain the same polished standards for every reset, every shift.
• Going the Extra Mile: Anticipate what needs to be done before being told and always lend a hand.

Experience & Qualifications (Must-Haves)

• 1+ years of experience as a busser, food runner, or support role in a high-volume restaurant preferred.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate clearly with servers and managers.
• Commitment to cleanliness, sanitation, and guest service.
• English required; Spanish a plus.

Operations & Compliance

• Follow NYC DOH sanitation standards and allergy protocols.
• Execute sidework and reset checklists with precision.

Teamwork & Culture

• Arrive on time and prepared; stay engaged and proactive throughout the shift.
• Support training of new team members in bussing and reset standards.
• Represent Golden Steer with professionalism and hospitality in all interactions.

Physical & Scheduling Requirements

• Stand and move quickly for 8–10 hours.
• Lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
• Nights, weekends, and holidays required.

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly rate plus tips, benefits, and opportunities for growth in a classic, chef-driven steakhouse culture. Final compensation commensurate with experience.

To Apply

Please submit your resume.

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Golden Steer Steakhouse — New York • One Fifth Avenue

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