Counter Server $18.04/hr + Tips | Italian Market | Pasadena, CA

Counter Server / Deli Associate

Earn approximately $22/hour working inside a busy Pasadena Italian caf and market with pooled tips, flexible scheduling, free parking, and Sundays always off.

Porta Via Italian Foods is hiring a part-time Counter Server / Deli Associate for a fast-paced neighborhood Italian market, caf, bakery, and deli known for freshly made-from-scratch food and steady daily volume.

This role is best suited for someone who enjoys guest interaction, fast-paced counter service, teamwork, and maintaining a friendly, organized environment during busy shifts.

Location: Pasadena, CA

Compensation: $18.04/hour base pay. Pooled tips. Average total earnings around $22/hour, depending on hours and volume.

Benefits: Flexible scheduling. Closed Sundays. Medical benefits available at 30+ hours/week with employer contribution. Paid sick days. Free parking. Staff discounts. Growth opportunities into lead or management roles.

Schedule: Part-time. Flexible weekly schedule. Closed Sundays.

About the Role: This is a counter-service position inside a busy Italian market and caf environment. Guests order at the counter, and hospitality is delivered through pace, accuracy, teamwork, and genuine guest interaction.

The role requires someone comfortable multitasking during busy periods while maintaining organization, efficiency, and a positive guest experience throughout service.

Tips are pooled and consistent, creating predictable supplemental income alongside hourly pay while reinforcing a collaborative team environment.

We are looking for someone who can: Communicate warmly and professionally with guests. Maintain accuracy during busy counter service. Work efficiently in a fast-paced team environment. Support cleanliness and organization throughout shifts. Multitask calmly during peak volume periods. Help maintain strong hospitality standards during active service.

About the Restaurant: Porta Via Italian Foods is a neighborhood Italian market, caf, deli, and bakery serving fresh made-from-scratch food in Pasadena.

The operation combines retail market service with high-volume caf and deli counter service, creating a fast-paced environment focused on teamwork, consistency, hospitality, and quality ingredients.

Leadership values reliability, professionalism, efficiency, and maintaining a supportive team culture.

Responsibilities: Greet guests and take orders at the counter. Accurately handle POS transactions. Assist with light food prep and counter presentation. Support retail stocking and organization. Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards. Work efficiently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Support opening, closing, and side work responsibilities. Help maintain organized counter and guest areas.

Qualifications: 1+ year of food service, caf, deli, or restaurant experience. Strong communication and guest service skills. Comfort multitasking during peak volume. Reliability and strong work ethic. Professional appearance. Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 35 lbs. Food safety certification preferred or willingness to obtain within 30 days.

What Makes This Role Attractive: Sundays always off. Flexible part-time scheduling. Consistent pooled tip structure. Busy, team-oriented environment. Free parking and staff discounts. Opportunity for long-term growth into leadership roles.

How to Apply: Please submit your resume with full contact information and two professional references. Supervisor email addresses are required. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.