Seasonal Restaurant Busser

San Diego Marriott Mission Valley
San Diego, CA

Seasonal

Compensation: $19.00 per hour

Driftwood Hospitality Management’s company culture empowers our associates to take initiative, be proactive, and contribute to the success of their property with well-defined strategies and objectives. Driftwood Hospitality Management is renowned for our fully integrated approach to hospitality services — all with outstanding client service. Our team is made up of the best talent in the hospitality industry, down to every employee, position, and hotel.

JOB SUMMARY

The Busser is a key support role dedicated to maintaining the cleanliness and flow of the dining room. You are responsible for ensuring that tables are cleared, sanitized, and reset promptly to minimize guest wait times. By supporting the servers and maintaining a pristine environment, you play a vital role in delivering an exceptional guest experience.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications.  The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future.  The Hotel operates 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, so operational demands require variations in shift days, starting times, and hours worked in a week.

Dining Room Flow & Maintenance

  • Table Resets: Clear, clean, and sanitize tables immediately after guests depart. Reset tables according to brand standards for the next seating.
  • Speed of Service: Maintain a sense of urgency to ensure a high turnover of tables while minimizing noise and disruption to current guests.
  • Floor Cleanliness: Monitor the dining room floors for debris or spills and sweep or mop as needed to maintain safety and appearance.
  • Refuse Removal: Empty trash receptacles and transport soiled linens and glassware to the appropriate cleaning stations.

Service Support

  • Server Assistance: Support the service team by refilling water, clearing intermediate courses (pre-bussing), and assisting with bread service as needed.
  • Stocking: Ensure side stations are fully stocked with clean glassware, silverware, linens, and condiments.
  • Dish Room Liaison: Organize soiled dishes and glassware at the breakdown station to assist the dishwashing team in efficient processing.

Guest Relations

  • Hospitality: Greet guests with a smile and provide polite assistance if asked for directions or basic information.
  • Efficiency: Work "silently" and professionally to enhance the ambiance of the restaurant.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Customer Focus: Must be motivated and demonstrate a "guest-first" mentality.
  • Communication: Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions from servers and management.
  • Reliability: Punctuality and the ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
  • Teamwork: Works collaboratively with both Front-of-House and Back-of-House teams to ensure smooth operations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Constant Movement: Must be able to stand and walk for the duration of a shift (up to 8 hours).
  • Manual Dexterity: Frequent bending, reaching, and twisting.
  • Lifting: Must be able to lift and carry heavy bus tubs or trays weighing up to 30 pounds.
  • Environment: Exposure to wet floors, cleaning chemicals, and varying temperatures.

EEO: Driftwood Hospitality Management is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

Hotel with 353 Rooms

Experience the heart of sunny Mission Valley San Diego

Located in Mission Valley, San Diego, the Marriott Mission Valley is the ideal hotel for experiencing the best of San Diego. Enjoy easy access to San Diego State University, SDSU Mission Valley, and the new Snapdragon Stadium from our hotel. Hop on the Rio Vista Trolley and explore Mission Bay, Sea World, Old Town, and Downtown San Diego's Gaslamp District. Gather in refreshed meeting spaces, including an event lawn ideal for memorable outdoor gatherings. Enjoy a host of amenities and services, from views and casual dining at DEN to our fully equipped fitness center and outdoor pool with a waterfall. Well-appointed hotel rooms and suites offer 55 SMART TVs, high-speed Internet, and balconies, perfect for groups or families visiting San Diego. You will appreciate the unmatched charm and sophistication of one of the top hotels in Mission Valley, San Diego.