Server Assistant - Hiring Immediately

Server Assistant - Hiring Immediately

Dallas, United States

Company
Hai Hospitality
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
12 days ago
Via
ZipRecruiter

Job Description
Server Assistant

$2.13/hr + tips ~$800+ in tips weekly. Medical / Dental / Vision / Accident insurance options available. Employee Assistance Program with mental health services available. Employer Matched 401k Savings plan. Opportunity to grow -- we promote from within almost exclusively. Pet Insurance. Dining discounts.

Hai Hospitality and LORO, Asian Smokehouse + Bar, is accepting applications for Server Assistant / Server . The position of Service Assistant is the backbone of the Front of House. The goal is to help maintain a high level of service by keeping a keen eye on the dining room, expo line, and bar, SAs are responsible for being the primary food runners, as well as cleaning and resetting tables. Server Assistants make about $600-$800 in tips per week! Fully trained Server Assistants will have the opportunity to move into a Bartender position, which results in an increase in responsibility and expected wages!

What you’ll do in this role:
• Acquaint yourself with our menu, current specials, and cuisine. We'll provide all the info you need to succeed!
• Learn about beer, wine, and cocktails through peer-led beverage training
• Be present and active on the floor, assisting with running side work
• Bus and reset tables, polish glassware, stock supplies
• Assist Bartenders with all aspects of service to enhance the guest experience
• Deliver food to our guests and explain each dish
• Receive, organize, and deliver curbside orders to guests waiting outside

Why You’ll Love Working With Us
• Medical / Dental / Vision / Accident insurance options available
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health services available
• Employer Matched 401k Savings plan
• Opportunity to grow -- we promote from within almost exclusively
• Dining discounts

Basic Qualifications
• Must be able to effectively communicate with guests and other employees
• Detect and identify safety issues, and comply with safety guidelines and standards
• Lift and carry trays, dishes, equipment, and goods up to 50 lbs, stock inventory, and perform restocking duties
• Must have the ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Bend, stoop, and reach to access various areas and items
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Ability to work in a variety of temperatures, both hot and cold
• Lift, push, or pull objects such as tables and chairs to reconfigure seating arrangements
• Ability to use kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, such as ovens, grills, and knives
• Maintain a neat and organized workspace, including proper storage of supplies and cleaning of surfaces
• Move quickly and efficiently to respond to customer needs
• Ability to work in close proximity to coworkers in a crowded kitchen or serving area
• Tolerate exposure to potential allergens and food odors
• Maintain a professional and hygienic appearance, including proper uniform and personal grooming
• Understand directives and communicate effectively with Leadership and coworkers
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions

The Hai Experience

Hai Hospitality is a multi-concept, emerging restaurant group based in Austin, Texas. Our restaurant concepts include Uchi, Uchiko, Uchiba, and Loro. It’s about hospitality and giving back. Our employees take pride in their work ethic, their craft, and their creativity. Feel proud of where you work, help create an experience for our guests, and work with cool people.
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Q What is the federal minimum cash wage for tipped restaurant servers in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum cash wage for tipped employees such as restaurant servers is $2.13 per hour as of 2026. Tips received plus the cash wage must total at least the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour, or the employer must pay the difference. This rule applies nationwide unless overridden by higher state minimums.
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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for restaurant cooks is $38,100 as of May 2026. The hourly median is $18.32 based on full-time employment. Wages range from $27,500 at the 10th percentile to $50,200 at the 90th percentile.
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