Busser

Urgent Hiring: Highly Skilled Floor Support at Southern Kitchen Restaurant!

Job description:

The Busser / Food Runner is a key member of our front-of-house team, responsible for maintaining cleanliness and flow throughout the restaurant while ensuring prompt and accurate delivery of food from kitchen to table. This dual-role position supports both the service and kitchen teams by resetting tables, delivering meals, and maintaining the overall guest experience in a warm, professional, and efficient manner.

At Southern Kitchen, we live by the belief: “If it is to be, it’s up to me.” We take pride in creating memorable dining experiences and believe that every team member plays a part in making our restaurant a place guests love to return to.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Dining Room & Guest Support:

• Greet all guests warmly and ensure they have everything needed for a great dining experience.
• Pre-bus and reset tables quickly and properly, including wiping chairs, booths, and table surfaces.
• Maintain menu cleanliness and replace damaged or soiled menus.
• Refill water and remove completed courses in a timely manner.
• Support servers with clearing and resetting tables between guests.
• Keep an eye on restrooms, perimeter, and patio to ensure cleanliness.

Food Running & Expo Support:

• Deliver food from the kitchen to guests accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure proper silverware, napkins, and share plates accompany each order.
• Communicate guest dietary needs or allergy concerns immediately to servers or managers.
• Maintain a clean and organized expo line and kitchen service station.
• Polish and restock utensils, knives, and condiment stations as needed.

Teamwork & Communication:

• Work closely with servers, hosts, managers, and back-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.
• Follow sanitation and safety guidelines at all times.
• Communicate effectively with the team under fast-paced or stressful conditions.
• Perform side work and basic cleaning tasks as directed by management.

What We’re Looking For:

• Must have a friendly, courteous, and professional demeanor.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational habits.
• Working knowledge of food, beverages, and allergens is a plus.

apply now and join our story!

🍽️ Welcome to Southern Kitchen Restaurant – Where Soul Meets Service
At Southern Kitchen, we don’t just serve food — we serve warmth, community, and tradition. Located in Stony Point Fashion Park in Richmond, VA, our restaurant is known for authentic Southern cuisine, heartfelt hospitality, and a dining experience that feels like home.
Whether it’s our perfectly fried catfish, creamy mac & cheese, or sweet tea served with a smile, everything we do is rooted in family, flavor, and pride.
We’re building a team of passionate, reliable, and energetic individuals who love great food and great people. If you're looking to grow in the restaurant industry, be part of a team that supports one another, and work in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment — you’re in the right place.
👨🏾‍🍳 What We Offer:
A welcoming and supportive team culture
Opportunities to grow within the company
Flexible scheduling and competitive pay
Training and development from experienced leaders
A chance to be part of something special in RVA
🌟 Join Our Story
We’re more than a restaurant — we’re a family. If you bring hustle, heart, and hospitality, we’d love to have you at our table.