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Busser / Barback (Bilingual Spanish Required)

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Mamajuana Cafe

Houston, TX (In Person)

$35,360 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 days ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/30/2026

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Job Description

Busser / Barback (Bilingual Spanish Required) 909 Texas Street, Houston, TX 77002 $16
  • $18 an hour
  • Part-time, Full-time $16
  • $18 an hour
Part-time, Full-time Who We Are:
Mamajuana Cafe, connects the heart of Houston's vibrant Downtown neighborhood with the energy, flair, regional & authentic flavors of the Latino Caribbean & South American culinary traditions, bringing you mouth-watering & brilliantly innovative Latino cuisine infused with the modern Asian-infused culinary arts. We are looking for people to grow with us in the Downtown Houston neighborhood. We are looking for leaders who thrive in the high-end casual dining space & have a burning passion for food, beverage and hospitality. We're a dynamic, fair, diverse, and young group that is looking for long-time, loyal, and genuine people to nurture the team and foster the community.
What We Offer:
Hourly Base rate is $12 before tips. After tips, the position averages $16-18 an hour Employee Dining Discount Staff meals Parking on restaurant premises A family-like culture Job responsibilities include but aren't limited to: Maintain a working environment that complies with health and safety guidelines Assist with opening & closing duties, such as restocking the bar with garnishes, straws, napkins, clean towels, glassware, etc. Check taps and appliances to confirm that they are in operating order, making minor repairs or changing out kegs, as needed Keep the bar clean by wiping down surfaces, sweeping, mopping, removing dirty glassware, scrubbing coolers & storage areas, emptying trash receptacles, etc. Possess knowledge on the preparation of all beverages we offer and mastery of the food menu in order to guide guests' choices with thoughtful recommendations Keep a clean and organized bar and maintain appropriate inventory, use organized steps of service to ensure order accuracy and consistency even in the busiest of times Be proactive and anticipate the needs of coworkers and guests Build rapport with guests in order to increase repeat clientele Qualifications 2+ years of Barback, Busser or Runner experience TABC/Food Han Certification Perform more than one task at a time Follow the supervisor's instructions Report to work in a complete required uniform Maintain a well-manicured appearance and persona that reflects the image of the restaurant Meet personal schedule requirements punctually Be courteous, friendly and pleasant Stand and walk for an entire shift Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. via food or beverage trays or required equipment needed to perform specific job duties Safely transport items to and from kitchen on a slick uneven surface Lift and carry multiple plates from kitchen to dining room Night, weekend, and holiday availability Safely move about in all areas of the restaurant Frequently bend, stoop, reach, lift, carry, and wipe Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure Strong knowledge of proper food handling procedures Able to work as part of a team in a busy Back of house and Front of house atmosphere
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$16.00
  • $18.
00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount
Experience:
Restaurant:
2 years (Required)
Language:
Spanish (Required) English (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Food Handler Certification (Required) Shift availability: Night Shift (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Houston, TX 77002 (Required)
Work Location:
In person