Busser - Desert 5 Spot DC

About Us

Desert 5 Spot brings the rustic allure of Pioneertown and Cosmic Americana to Washington DC. Named after the colorful Mojave Desert flower and inspired by Joshua Tree hideouts, throwback roadside motels, and western nostalgia, Desert 5 Spot is the ultimate watering hole for country music lovers. Downstairs, we’re slangin’ classic Americana dishes, specialty cocktails, frozen margaritas, and cold beers, making this the perfect place where cowboys come together. Featuring daily live performances by emerging country artists and the Desert 5 All Stars band. Upstairs, it’s bull rides, strong pours, DJ-spun country, line dancing lessons and a patio built for boot-stompin’ under the stars. Desert 5 Spot welcomes one and all to leave their tensions and pretensions at the door, put on their boots, and let the good times roll.

Position Summary

Bussers are responsible for making sure that tables are set, silverware is placed correctly, and glasses stay full. They support the servers and ensure all tables are set and cleared in a timely manner.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist when asked with guest requests and when needed for server needs.
• Maintaining cleanliness by picking up any debris or spills/grease on the floor.
• Looking for overall cleanliness of the dining room by checking chairs, banquettes, as well as underneath tables.
• Operates as a member of the team, helping others and requesting help when needed.
• Resets tables according to the floor plan.
• Restocking of the servers’ station with silverware, plate ware and glassware.
• Helps clear tables with the assistance of a server.
• Providing water service and maintenance.
• Marks tables corresponding to the server section you are assigned to.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• This is a part time position.
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for an extended period of time.
• Must be able to exert well-paced ability to maneuver between functions occurring simultaneously.
• May be required to lift trays of food or food items weighing up to 30 lbs.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks.
• Must be able to bend or lift up to 50 lbs.

Skills/Experience

• Six (6) months previous bar, restaurant, or hotel experience.
• Excellent listener and communicator.
• Ability to focus on guest interaction and multitask.
• Team player and able to anticipate others’ needs.
• Positive Attitude.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays when required.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.