PM Busser/Food Runner/Barback

Server Assistant (Busser / Food Runner)

Role Overview

At M Cantina, a Server Assistant is not a background position—it is the backbone of service. This role is responsible for maintaining the rhythm, cleanliness, and precision of the dining room while supporting the team in delivering an elevated, seamless guest experience.

You are the engine behind the experience. Every movement you make, every surface you touch, and every detail you uphold contributes directly to the standard of excellence we expect and our guests deserve.

This is a fast-paced, high-expectation environment. We operate with urgency, awareness, and discipline. If you are standing still, you are already behind.

Core Responsibilities

• Maintain the Environment
• Uphold a consistently clean, polished, and organized dining room. Floors, chairs, tables, and surrounding areas must remain immaculate at all times. Sweep, mop, and detail continuously—this is not a task, it is a standard.
• Table Clearing & Resetting

Clear tables efficiently and discreetly, removing all dishware, glassware, and debris with precision. Sanitize and reset each table to M Cantina standards immediately, ensuring readiness for the next guest without delay.

• Stocking & Par Levels

Maintain appropriate and consistent stock levels of glassware, silverware, dishware, and service items. Polish where needed and restock proactively—never reactively.Prepare and replenish coffee, tea, and ice water with attention to quality, presentation, and timing. Anticipate guest needs before they are requested.Assist servers and kitchen by delivering food promptly, accurately, and with awareness of table positions and service flow. Every plate matters—run with purpose.Support the bar by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and stock levels. Ensure the bar reflects the same standards as the dining room at all times.Keep all designated service stations clean, organized, and fully stocked throughout the shift. Stations should always be prepared for peak service—no exceptions.Anticipate the needs of servers, bartenders, and managers. Step in without being asked. This role requires constant awareness of the room and the team.Assist in resetting and preparing the restaurant for the next shift, ensuring a seamless transition between services. We leave nothing undone for the next team.Standards & Expectations

• Beverage Support
• Food Running Support
• Bar Maintenance
• Service Stations
• Team Support & Awareness
• Shift Reset & Preparation

• “Time to Lean = Time to Clean”
• There is always something to be done. Idle time does not exist in this role.
• Urgency with Intention

Move quickly, but never carelessly. Precision and speed must exist together.

• Attention to Detail

Small details are not small here. Every surface, every setup, every movement matters.You are part of a team that operates with structure, respect, and accountability. We hold the line—for each other and for our guests.Even in a support role, you contribute to the guest experience. Move with purpose, awareness, and pride in every action.Final Note

• Professionalism & Discipline
• Unreasonable Hospitality

This position is not passive. It requires physical stamina, mental awareness, and a commitment to excellence at all times.

At M Cantina, we do not cut corners—we set the standard.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13 - $21