Backwaiter

Backwaiter – P.F. Chang's

Join the team as a Backwaiter and help deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Pay Range: $2.13/hour + tips.
Benefits We Offer For This Position

• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid on the job training
• Opportunities for advancement – we promote from within
• Discounted meals
• Employee referral program
• Exclusive team member discounts
• Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas at most locations

For qualifying team members

• 401(k) retirement plan (based on hours worked)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance (based on hours worked)
• Paid sick leave (in qualifying jurisdictions)

The Backwaiter is responsible for supporting restaurant operations by delivering food to guests promptly and courteously, assisting with dining room cleanliness, and maintaining service stations. All team members must provide excellent customer service to ensure exceptional guest experiences.

• Deliver food to guests efficiently and ensure all requests are met.
• Monitor the expo line, run trays of food for dine-in, and assist guests with any questions.
• Clear and sanitize tables, seating, and floors according to restaurant standards.
• Retrieve and transport dirty dishes to the dishwashing station.
• Restock and clean service stations as needed.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as coffee machines, iced tea machines, and POS systems.
• Interact courteously with guests and notify managers of quality or service concerns.
• Follow company policies, dress code, and safety procedures.
• Assist with greeting, seating guests, answering phones, and packaging takeout orders when necessary.
• Support with beverage preparation and responsible alcohol service when required.

• No prior experience required—training is provided.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Possess or obtain a current Food Handler’s Card, where applicable.
• Ability to stand, reach, bend, balance, and lift objects up to 30 lbs. repeatedly during a shift.
• Strong multitasking skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.

Because it’s more than a job. We are passionate people doing meaningful work, motivated by our purpose:
To Celebrate Life. Family. Food.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class.