What are the responsibilities and job description for the American Restaurant Service Associate position at RedEye Diner?
Job Summary
RedEye Diner is seeking a friendly, dependable, and customer-focused American Restaurant Service Associate to support daily restaurant operations and provide a welcoming dining experience. This role involves assisting guests, handling orders, serving food and beverages, maintaining clean dining areas, and working closely with restaurant team members to ensure efficient service.
Responsibilities
- Welcome guests and provide friendly, professional customer service.
- Assist guests with seating, menus, and general dining inquiries.
- Take food and beverage orders accurately and communicate special requests.
- Assist with preparing, assembling, and serving menu items according to restaurant procedures.
- Deliver food and beverages promptly and courteously.
- Check orders for accuracy, completeness, and proper presentation.
- Answer basic questions about menu items and available options.
- Assist with point-of-sale transactions and customer payments as assigned.
- Clear and reset tables to maintain an organized dining area.
- Maintain clean and presentable tables, counters, service stations, and workspaces.
- Restock utensils, napkins, condiments, beverages, and other service supplies.
- Coordinate with kitchen staff to support accurate and timely order delivery.
- Communicate guest concerns, special requests, and service issues to supervisors.
- Follow food handling, sanitation, cleanliness, and workplace safety procedures.
- Handle food, equipment, and restaurant supplies carefully and responsibly.
- Assist with opening, closing, cleaning, and general restaurant duties.
- Support coworkers during busy service periods.
- Help maintain consistent service quality and a positive guest experience.
- Perform other restaurant service and support duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Previous restaurant, diner, 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.
- Reliable attendance, punctuality, and responsible work habits.
- Comfortable standing, walking, and performing hands-on service tasks.
- Ability to remain courteous and calm during busy periods.
Benefits
- Full-Time / Part-Time opportunities.
- Competitive compensation.
- On-the-job training and customer service 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.
About RedEye Diner
RedEye Diner is the organization named for this restaurant service position. The American Restaurant Service Associate role focuses on guest assistance, accurate order handling, food and beverage service, and maintaining a clean and welcoming dining environment.
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $22