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RH

Back Waiter

New York, NY · On-site

$11.35 - $17/hr

RH is seeking a Back Waiter to join our team in providing world class service and hospitality to the guests. In this role, you will add value to the overall service experience by being an excellent ...

RH

Back Waiter

New York, NY · On-site

RH is seeking a Back Waiter to join our team in providing world class service and hospitality to the guests. In this role, you will add value to the overall service experience by being an excellent ...

Apizza Alimentari

Busser / Back Waiter

Fayetteville, NY

$16 - $19/hr

The Busser / Back Waiter supports the service team by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and flow of the dining room. This role ensures tables are properly set, cleared, and reset quickly while ...

Apizza Alimentari

Busser / Back Waiter

Fayetteville, NY · On-site

$16 - $19/hr

The Busser / Back Waiter supports the service team by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and flow of the dining room. This role ensures tables are properly set, cleared, and reset quickly while ...

Emmaline

Back Waiter

Houston, TX

As a backwaiter at Emmaline you are the connective tissue in delivering amazing care and hospitality to our guests. Your role is critical in being the last line of defense for quality and precise ...

Arnaud's Restaurant

Back Waiter

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Arnaud's Restaurant is a family-owned/operated fine dining restaurant serving classic Creole and regional cuisine. We offer competitive wages, health insurance, and career progression. Qualifications:

Emmaline Restaurant LLC

Back Waiter

Houston, TX · On-site

As a backwaiter at Emmaline you are the connective tissue in delivering amazing care and hospitality to our guests. Your role is critical in being the last line of defense for quality and precise ...

Levy Restaurants

Back Waiter

New York, NY · On-site

$10/hr

Responsibilities Provide knowledgeable, friendly and attentive, efficient, friendly, energetic, and thoughtful service at all times. Support service team with ongoing table and floor maintenance ...

Watermark BR Hotel

BACK WAITER

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$7.25/hr

Watermark BR , located beautiful downtown, is looking for part-time Outlet Bussers (Server Assistants), who would report to the Restaurant Manager and Food & Beverage Director. The Outlet Busser ...

1587 Prime

Back Server

Kansas City, MO

The Back Waiter is a vital role for creating exceptional guest experiences. Back Waiters help the Server make sure every detail is taken care of. The primary objective of the Back Waiter is to be the ...

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What is a back waiter?

Back waiters, also known as busboys or buspersons, are restaurant staff who support servers by clearing tables, refilling water, resetting tables, and assisting with food delivery. They ensure that the dining area remains clean and organized, allowing servers to focus on providing excellent customer service. Back waiters play an essential role in maintaining smooth restaurant operations and enhancing the overall guest experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a back waiter?

To thrive as a Back Waiter, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of food service, often gained through on-the-job training or previous restaurant experience. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, tray carrying techniques, and kitchen safety protocols is typically required. Excellent teamwork, communication, and a proactive attitude help back waiters support servers and enhance the guest experience. These skills ensure smooth restaurant operations, timely service, and high customer satisfaction.

What are some typical challenges faced by a back waiter, and how can they be managed effectively?

Back Waiters often juggle multiple responsibilities, such as clearing tables, refilling water, and supporting servers during peak hours. The fast-paced environment can be physically demanding and requires excellent time management and communication skills to ensure smooth service. Developing strong teamwork, staying organized, and anticipating the needs of both guests and servers are key strategies for success in this role. Many Back Waiters find that these challenges help them quickly learn restaurant operations and prepare for advancement to server or supervisory positions.

What is the difference between Back Waiter vs Busser?

AspectBack WaiterBusser
CredentialsNone required, some experience helpfulNone required
Work EnvironmentFine dining or restaurant settings, assisting serversGeneral restaurant areas, clearing tables
Employer & Industry UsageRestaurants, hotels, cateringRestaurants, cafes, casual dining
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding server support rolesTable clearing and support roles

Back Waiters assist servers by refilling drinks, delivering food, and supporting service in fine dining environments. Bussers focus on clearing tables, resetting, and maintaining cleanliness. While both roles support the dining experience, Back Waiters typically have more direct interaction with guests and may require some prior experience, whereas Bussers mainly handle table maintenance tasks.

What does a back waiter do?

A back waiter assists the front-of-house staff by refilling drinks, clearing tables, and delivering food to guests. They support the service team to ensure smooth restaurant operations and often work in fast-paced environments requiring good communication and multitasking skills.
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Infographic showing various Back Waiter job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution.

Back Waiter

New York, NY • On-site

RH
Specialized Design Services • 5 - 10K employees
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$11.35 - $17/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Restoration Hardware rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 51 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description


RH at its core is about taste, and we believe the idea of scaling taste is large and far reaching.
The RH brand attracts the best designers, artisans, manufacturers and talent in our industry, scaling and rendering their work more valuable across our integrated platform, enabling us to curate the most compelling collection of luxury home furnishings in the world. We are moving the brand beyond curating and selling products to conceptualizing and selling spaces by building an ecosystem of products, places, services and spaces that elevates and establishes the RH brand as a global thought leader, taste and place maker.
At RH we believe deeply that the "right" people are our greatest asset. We value people with high energy, who possess the ability to energize others. People who are smart, creative and have a point of view. People who see the answer in every problem, versus those who see the problem in every answer. People who are driven, determined and won't take "no" for an answer. We value team players, people who are more concerned with what's right, rather than who's right.
RH is seeking a Back Waiter to join our team in providing world class service and hospitality to the guests. In this role, you will add value to the overall service experience by being an excellent team player and by anticipating the needs of our guests. We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about luxury service and compelled by the details.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Live Our Vision, Values and Beliefs
  • Assist and support all aspects of service
  • Set up stations with silverware, glasses and plates prior to service
  • Polish and restock silverware, glassware and plates
  • Assist with running food to tables
  • Curate the dining spaces throughout the shift
  • Assist with clearing tables and crumbing between courses
  • Clear, clean and set tables after guest departure
  • Strong attention to detail and high energy

OUR REQUIREMENTS
  • Maintain health and safety regulations at all kitchen and dining areas
  • Multitask effectively and remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment
  • In-depth knowledge of food sanitation and safety policies
  • Exceeds in a team focused environment
  • Excellent verbal communication
  • Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Frequently moving and lifting items up to 50 lbs
  • Work standing and walking for extended periods of time

About Us
RH is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal or state law or local ordinance.
At RH, we are committed to promoting pay equity. Rate of pay is determined based on each individual's experience, qualifications, and the geographic location of the role.

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