What are the responsibilities and job description for the Restaurant Service Associate position at Ladybird - Eastside Trail?
Job Summary
Ladybird - Eastside Trail is seeking a friendly, dependable, and customer-focused Restaurant Service Associate to support daily restaurant operations and provide a welcoming dining experience for guests. This role assists with guest service, order handling, food and beverage service, dining-area organization, and coordination with kitchen and front-of-house team members. The ideal candidate is professional, attentive to detail, and committed to providing efficient and courteous hospitality.
Responsibilities
- Welcome guests and provide friendly, professional service.
- Assist guests with seating, menu questions, and general dining inquiries.
- Take food and beverage orders accurately and communicate special requests.
- Assist with serving appetizers, entrées, sides, desserts, and beverages.
- Check orders for accuracy and ensure items are presented properly.
- Deliver food and beverages promptly and courteously.
- Coordinate with kitchen staff to support timely order preparation and service.
- Assist with point-of-sale transactions and customer payments as assigned.
- Clear and reset tables to prepare dining areas for incoming guests.
- Maintain clean and organized dining areas, counters, service stations, and workspaces.
- Restock utensils, napkins, condiments, beverages, and other service supplies.
- Follow food handling, sanitation, hygiene, and workplace safety procedures.
- Handle food, equipment, and restaurant supplies carefully and responsibly.
- Communicate guest concerns, supply shortages, and service issues to supervisors.
- Assist with opening, closing, cleaning, and general restaurant duties.
- Support coworkers during busy service periods and help maintain smooth operations.
- Help maintain consistent order accuracy and a positive guest experience.
- Follow restaurant policies and established customer service standards.
- Perform other restaurant service and support duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Previous restaurant, food service, hospitality, or customer service experience is preferred but not required.
- Friendly, professional, and guest-focused attitude.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Good attention to detail and order accuracy.
- Willingness to learn menu items and restaurant service procedures.
- Ability to maintain cleanliness and follow food safety practices.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Reliable attendance, punctuality, and responsible work habits.
- Ability to stand, walk, and perform hands-on service tasks throughout a shift.
- Flexibility to assist with different restaurant duties as needed.
Benefits
- Full-Time / Part-Time opportunities.
- Competitive compensation.
- On-the-job training and practical restaurant experience.
- Supportive and team-oriented work environment.
- Opportunities to develop food service and hospitality skills.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- Hands-on experience in restaurant operations and guest service.
About Ladybird - Eastside Trail
Ladybird - Eastside Trail provides a restaurant and hospitality environment focused on food service, guest satisfaction, and organized daily operations. The team works together to maintain attentive service, clean dining areas, and a welcoming atmosphere for guests.
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 42.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22