Bussers and Runners

Bastia is a Sardinian and Corsican restaurant in the Fishtown neighborhood of Philadelphia. We are located in the beautiful Hotel Anna & Bel, which is a 50-room hotel in the historic former Penn Home. Both the hotel and restaurant opened in August, 2024. We butcher whole animals, make bread in-house, have an extensive handmade pasta program, and maintain close relationships with farmers in the region.

The restaurant has opened to wide acclaim, including the highest 4-star rating from Jason Sheehan of Philadelphia Magazine, and has been featured in the Wall Street Journal among other national publications.

We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards for guest experience and culinary excellence and are aiming to develop the next generation of ambitious front of house staff.

The Role

The support staff are pivotal team members, ensuring efficient service in a friendly and inviting matter to all Bastia guests. Support staff should be equipped to answer questions about the food menu, provide brief tableside drop note descriptions, and to ensure that service runs smoothly by anticipating guests’ and servers’ needs.

Responsibilities

• Runs food and communicates drop notes (and important allergy information) to guests
• Team-oriented with a positive and outgoing personality.
• Maintains cleanliness and stocks service stations.
• Restocks and sets plates, glassware, and other essentials.
• Handles tasks like emptying trash bins and replenishing supplies.
• Assists servers during service, ensuring quality and standards.
• Adheres to company policies, safety procedures, and reports incidents.
• Maintains a clean and professional appearance.
• Welcomes and acknowledges guests according to company standards.
• Builds positive relationships and supports team goals.
• Ensures restaurant tables are clean and properly set

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Requirements & Experience

Compensation & Benefits