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Palio

Server Assistant

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

This is a tipped role. The Palio , our namesake, is a celebrated Italian horse race that runs through Siena, Italy twice each year and is the inspiration for our robust food and spirits. Palio is not ...

Mainstreet Ventures

Server Assistant

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

This is a tipped role. The Palio , our namesake, is a celebrated Italian horse race that runs through Siena, Italy twice each year and is the inspiration for our robust food and spirits. Palio is not ...

Morning Belle

Server

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

Partnering with Server Assistants, ensures tables and table areas are cleared and cleaned well and quickly between guests * Regularly checks in with guests throughout their meal * Resolves guest ...

Morning Belle

Server

Grand Rapids, MI

Partnering with Server Assistants, ensures tables and table areas are cleared and cleaned well and quickly between guests * Regularly checks in with guests throughout their meal * Resolves guest ...

Kona Ice

Krew

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

Kona Ice of West Grand Rapids We are looking for motivated and charismatic servers to join our ... Kona Ice Krew Member Responsibilities: Assist owner/manager with any task needed Comply with the ...

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How much do server assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for server assistant in Walker, MI is $12.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $9.13 and $14.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a server assistant?

A server assistant helps the server or waiter bus the tables and provide enhanced customer experience at a restaurant or other dining establishment. Your primary duties in this job include greeting customers, providing them with menus, keeping the hosting area stocked with menus, refilling water, and clearing all dirty dishware and glasses from the table. You also prepare tables for the next set of customers and provide any other assistance that the server or other front of house staff may need. There are few qualifications needed for this career, but customer service skills are crucial.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a server assistant?

To thrive as a Server Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of food safety practices, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems and experience using basic restaurant equipment are beneficial. Teamwork, a positive attitude, and effective communication help Server Assistants excel in fast-paced environments. These skills ensure efficient service, smooth restaurant operations, and a positive dining experience for guests.

What are the typical challenges a server assistant faces during busy shifts, and how can they effectively manage them?

During peak dining hours, Server Assistants often face challenges such as managing multiple table resets, ensuring tables are promptly cleared, and coordinating efficiently with servers and kitchen staff. To manage these demands, strong communication skills, the ability to stay organized under pressure, and a proactive approach to anticipating the needs of both guests and team members are essential. Adapting quickly and maintaining a positive attitude can help Server Assistants contribute to smooth service and a positive dining experience.

What is the difference between Server Assistant vs Food Runner?

AspectServer AssistantFood Runner
Primary RoleSupports servers by setting tables, refilling drinks, and assisting with customer needsDelivers prepared food from kitchen to customers' tables
Required SkillsCustomer service, multitasking, teamworkKnowledge of menu, speed, coordination
Work EnvironmentFront-of-house, busy restaurant settingKitchen to dining area, fast-paced
Common CertificationsNone typically required, but food safety may be preferredNone typically required

While both roles support restaurant operations, a Server Assistant primarily helps servers with customer service tasks, whereas a Food Runner focuses on delivering food from the kitchen to diners. Both positions require teamwork and customer service skills, but their specific duties differ, making them complementary roles in a restaurant setting.

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Infographic showing various Server Assistant job openings in Walker, MI as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $26,573 per year, or $12.8 per hour.

Server Assistant - Big E's Sports Grill Downtown GR

Suburban Inns

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site

$16/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

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Big E's is a fast-paced, high-energy workplace, with endless opportunities for skill development and advancement. Come join the best team in the Food and Beverage and the Hospitality Industries! 

Server Assistant:
*Shifts: 2nd, full-time

* Wage: Starting at $16/hour based on experience

* Position can be used as a paid internship

Benefits Include:

  • Hotel and restaurant discounts
  • Earned Paid Time Off for ALL Team Members
  • Insurance (health, vision, dental, life) for full time Team Members
  • Flexible schedules 
  • Holiday Pay
  • 8 hours of paid volunteer time per year 
  • Floating Holiday
  • Advancement and professional growth opportunities
  • 100% paid maternity/paternity or adoption leave for those who qualify for FMLA
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Pine Rest (3 free counseling visits, online library, and access to legal, financial and elder care consultations)

As a Server Assistant you would be responsible for providing a warm welcome and a thank you to all guests, as well as coordinate the flow of the guests throughout the sections of the restaurant in an organized and timely fashion while following Suburban Inns’ Core Values, local health department, and Suburban Inns/Big E’s standards, as well as going above and beyond to ensure that guests are 100% satisfied.
Essential Functions

  • Greet all guests in a friendly, positive manner.  Ask questions of guests and make personal connections to make them feel they are welcome and valued
  • Welcome each guest as they enter, and thank them as they leave, holding the door as often as possible
  • Seat guests at suitable tables for their needs and according to rotation so that servers receive an appropriate number of tables
  • Assist with table service, including:
    • Filling empty beverages;
    • Clearing dishes from tables; and
    • Fetching and delivering items from tables
  • Pre-bus, clear tables, and wipe them down
  • Wipe down menus
  • Answer phone calls, take reservations, and run to-go orders
  • Check to make sure restrooms are presentable, stock/clean as needed
  • Make sure that Server Assistant stand is always stocked (crayons, kid menus, menus, etc.)
  • Exhibit regular and recurrent attendance records
  • Other duties as requested by management

Position Requirements:
Minimum Knowledge: Requires ability to interpret / extract information and/or perform arithmetic functions.  Good communication skills
Formal Education and Job-Related Experience: None
License, Registration, and/or Certification Required:  None
Work Schedule: Work regularly requires or varies between day, evening, night, holiday, and/or weekend assignments.  Schedule varies according to business demands and needs
Required Travel: Position does not require travel to other Suburban Inns properties or client locations.  Work is completed on the property.
Uniform and Appearance Guidelines:
Uniform: Uniform shirt and nametag will be provided.  Team Members are responsible for their own pants and shoes meeting Suburban Inns specifications.  Pants need to be either black slacks or dark wash jeans with no holes (no yoga-style) and shoes need to be black, close-toed and non-slip.  
Appearance: Hair must be kept well-groomed. All facial piercings and tattoos that are not covered by a work uniform must be approved by management. Any tattoo that is deemed offensive to co-workers, guests, vendors or others in the workplace based on racial, sexual, religious, ethnic, or other characteristics or attributes of a sensitive or legally protected nature are not permitted and must remain covered or concealed at all times. This policy will be administered by the position’s supervisor, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, height, weight, genetics, familial status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The Vice President of Operations has the authority to veto any decision made by the position’s supervisor
We are a dynamic organization in a rapidly changing industry. Accordingly, the responsibilities associated with this job will change from time to time in accordance with Suburban Inns’ business needs. More specifically, the incumbent may be required to perform additional and/or different responsibilities from those set forth above.

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