Benefits:

Employee discounts

Description & Requirements

Bussers at Embers play a vital role in maintaining the pace, cleanliness, and presentation of the dining room. This position supports servers and management by ensuring tables are properly cleared, reset, and maintained to Embers’ high standards. Bussers are expected to demonstrate professionalism, awareness, and urgency while contributing to a seamless and elevated guest experience.

Work Environment
Embers is a family-friendly, upscale restaurant located on the third floor of our Ocean City venue. The space offers elevated views, an open-concept kitchen with dual brick ovens, and a refined atmosphere that blends classic lounge influences with chophouse dining.

Our menu features premium chophouse selections, fresh seafood, nightly chef-driven specials, and a curated wine and cocktail program. Operated by the Taustin family for over 80 years, Embers fosters a family-oriented yet professional culture built on hospitality, teamwork, and pride in execution.

Duties & Responsibilities:

● Report to assigned service areas at the beginning of each shift

● Maintain awareness of newly seated tables and support service when needed

● Greet guests if they have not yet been acknowledged and inform them their server will be with them shortly

● Clear used tableware between courses to support proper pacing of service
● Reset tables promptly and precisely according to Embers presentation standards
● Clean tabletops, chairs, ledges, and surrounding areas between seatings
● Monitor floors and maintain cleanliness throughout the dining room

● Transport dishes, glassware, and silverware to designated areas for proper cleaning
● Re-stock service stations with necessary supplies

● Assist servers with guest requests, food running, drink delivery, and large parties
● Communicate effectively with servers and hosts to support efficient seating and table turns

● Respond professionally to guest requests and relay needs to servers or managers as appropriate

● Assist with restroom cleanliness when requested by leadership

● Maintain a clean, organized, and professional dining environment at all times
● Thank guests sincerely upon departure and invite them to return

● Remain flexible and assist in other areas of the restaurant as directed by management

● If scheduled on-call, remain available for potential shift coverage

● Maintain a professional appearance and positive demeanor at all times
● Demonstrate urgency without rushing or disrupting the guest experience
● Anticipate service needs and act proactively

● Work quietly and efficiently in the dining room

● Communicate clearly and respectfully with guests and team members
● Take pride in cleanliness, presentation, and attention to detail

Qualifications/Skills:

● Strong work ethic and willingness to learn

● Customer-focused mindset and service orientation

● Ability to communicate clearly and work as part of a team

● Good situational awareness and attention to detail

● Ability to follow service standards, procedures, and direction

Education and/or Experience:

● No previous restaurant experience required

Physical Demands:

● Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
● Be able to safely lift and easily maneuver trays of food frequently weighing up to 25 to 35 pounds.

● Be able to navigate stairs and work at a fast pace.

The Taustin family has been in the restaurant business for over 70 years. We look to provide friendly, responsive service to create an exceptional dining and hospitality experience for all our guests. Our primary objective is to provide our guests a memorable experience that inspires them to return again and again. All our entities are fun, fast-paced restaurants and vacation experience venues, and we pride ourselves in providing an authentic Ocean City experience.

Every day brings a new challenge. Every day brings an opportunity to learn and grow. Every day brings another chance to wow our customers. As a quickly growing company, we are always looking for passionate, talented and creative people to join our team's roster. If you are looking for a new challenge that will lead you to the next level of your career, you have found the right place.

The Embers is a Taustin Group Company which is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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