Onsite Restaurant Host/Busser/Food Runner Part-time (Yosemite Lakes)

Role: Onsite Restaurant Host/Busser/Food Runner

Location: Coarsegold, CA

Community: Yosemite Lakes

Pay Range: $16.90 - $20.00 per hour


Job Type: Part Time

Company Summary

RealManage Elevated Onsite is a division of RealManage, a company that specializes in the management of community associations with onsite staff. Our mission is to provide the best possible lifestyle HOA management services to our partner communities by encompassing the Best People, Best Technology, and Best Service reputation of RealManage and its CiraConnect division. The RealManage Elevated Onsite professional staff has decades of experience managing age-restricted communities, luxury high-rise condominiums, co-ops, urban mixed-use, and large-scale single-family developments with complex amenities. Our focus is on customer service and lifestyle for the residents and the boards we serve- ensuring that the community receives the finest management in the industry.

RealManage Elevated Onsite is a values-based company with the following values as our guiding principles:

• Integrity: we always do the right thing.
• Respect: for our customers, employees and company; mutual respect is the cornerstone for every RealManage relationship.
• Selflessness: more than teamwork; we are part of something special and much larger than any of us.
• Personal Relationships: we are a professional services company; people do business with people they like.
• Always Improving: never satisfied, always learning, and always growing; one is either getting worse or getting better...never staying the same. At RealManage, we are always getting better.
• Join RealManage Elevated Onsite fast-growing team where energy, teamwork, innovation, and contribution are highly valued.
• Each branch proudly serves a diverse mix of single-family, townhome, and condominium communities. These community associations are of all sizes, from small communities to large, master-planned communities.

RealManage has earned the prestigious Certified™ recognition from Great Place to Work ®, a global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and leadership excellence. This accolade is a testament to the positive feedback from our employees about their RealManage experience.

Community Summary

Vision: Yosemite Lakes Park will endure as a beautiful place to raise a family and enjoy a lifetime!

Mission Statement

The mission of Yosemite Lakes Owners Association is to nurture a culture of community, to preserve the natural beauty of our surroundings and to exercise sound financial stewardship that allows the best quality of life for our residents through efficient, resourceful, and professional leadership.

Goals
• To maintain a park-like setting that reflects the natural beauty of the Sierra foothills.
• To enhance the safety, welfare, and interests of the owners and visitors.
• To maintain the amenities that enrich our quality of life.
• To support events, organizations, and activities in Yosemite Lakes Park that promote a sense of community.
• To exercise financial stewardship to achieve peak performance, productivity, and profitability.
• To ensure a Master Plan is in place for management of vital infrastructure, including roads and the water system.

What you'll find here
Yosemite Lakes Park is a non-gated community in the Central California Sierra Mountain foothills located between Yosemite National Park and Fresno near the unincorporated town of Coarsegold. YLP covers about 10 square miles at elevations from 900 to 2,200 feet, naturally landscaped by oak tree, pine tree, and boulder landscapes, pristine views of snowcapped mountains and the broader views of the Central Valley. All homes are custom-built on 1 acre and larger home sites. There are 2,263 parcels with about 1,870 homes.

YLP is administered by an elected board of the Yosemite Lakes Owners Association (YLOA). The Declaration of Restrictions (DOR) is not as stringent as YLP, which caters to people who enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle, and the community retains its character by individual pride in ownership.

Amenities include a 9-hole golf course with pro shop and coffee shop, riding/boarding stable, clubhouse with restaurant, lounge, and library, swimming pool and tennis courts, a ball field, picnic areas, basketball court, volleyball court, tether ball, private security, storage facility, hiking/riding trails, and fishing lakes.

Role Summary

The Busser/Host/Expo is a cross-functional team member responsible for supporting front-of-house operations by ensuring a welcoming guest experience, maintaining dining room cleanliness, and assisting with efficient food service. This role bridges guest service and kitchen coordination to keep operations running smoothly during service.

Responsibilities
Host Duties

• Greet all guests promptly with a friendly and professional demeanor
• Manage waitlist, reservations, and seating flow
• Escort guests to the table and provide menus
• Answer phones and assist with guest inquiries
• Maintain a clean, organized host stand and entrance area

Busser Duties

• Clear, clean, and reset tables quickly and efficiently
• Maintain the cleanliness of dining areas, restrooms, and service stations
• Refill water, assist servers with beverage service as needed
• Monitor and restock service supplies (napkins, silverware, condiments)
• Support servers to ensure timely table turnover and guest satisfaction

Expo (Food Runner) Duties

• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure accurate and timely food delivery
• Inspect dishes for quality, presentation, and completeness before leaving the kitchen
• Deliver food to tables and communicate clearly with guests and servers
• Assist in organizing tickets and maintaining efficient kitchen flow
• Ensure modifications and special requests are executed correctly

Work Environment

• Fast-paced restaurant setting with indoor and outdoor service
• Requires nights, weekends, and holiday availability
• Frequent interaction with guests, kitchen staff, and service team

Disclaimer

This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. Responsibilities may evolve based on Board direction and community needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Customer Service Skills: Ability to interact professionally and courteously with guests, creating a welcoming and positive dining experience
• Communication Skills: Clear and effective communication with guests, servers, and kitchen staff
• Multitasking Ability: Capable of handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Team-Oriented Mindset: Willingness to support all front-of-house positions and contribute to overall team success
• Attention to Detail: Ensures cleanliness, accurate food delivery, and proper table setup
• Work Ethic & Reliability: Dependable, punctual, and maintains a strong sense of responsibility during shifts
• Adaptability: Comfortable shifting between host, busser, and expo duties based on operational needs
• Basic Restaurant Knowledge (Preferred): Familiarity with restaurant flow, food handling, and service standards is a plus, but not required
• Availability: Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Food Handler Certification: Must possess a valid California Food Handler Card prior to starting work, or obtain it within 30 days of hire, in compliance with California law
• Food Safety Knowledge: Basic understanding of safe food handling practices, including proper hygiene, cross-contamination prevention, and temperature control

Success Factors

• Positive, guest-first attitude
• Reliability and punctuality
• Attention to detail and cleanliness
• Ability to stay composed under pressure

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or reach frequently.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 50 pounds regularly and occasionally heavier with assistance.
• Manual dexterity to operate tools, equipment, and machinery safely.
• Visual acuity to inspect equipment, read gauges, and perform detailed tasks.
• Hearing ability to detect alarms, equipment sounds, and verbal instructions in noisy environments.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions (heat, cold, dust, noise, outdoors).
• Ability to wear and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to work varying schedules, including evenings, weekends, on-call, and overtime as required.

Pay

$16.90- $20.00 per hour, depending on education and experience

EEO & Values Statement

RealManage is a values-based, equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.