How to Bus Tables in a Restaurant

Busing tables keeps a restaurant moving. Having a clean establishment is one of the most important parts of a restaurant. Busing tables keeps the atmosphere clean. While it might seem that busing tables is an easy job, it actually takes a lot of work. Efficiency is a necessary attribute for a bus person. Busing tables can also be a way to move to wait staff or manager positons since a good bus person may be promoted to a higher-level job.

Instructions

1

Wear comfortable shoes. Busing tables requires walking around. Have shoes that enable you to be on your feet for an eight- hour shift.

2

Separate dishes, glassware, and silverware. If you have a busing tub, then pick up all of the glasses first, then return for the silverware and dishes. If you are using only your hands, then make sure to put the silver inside the glasses to help you carry them.

3

Carry only what you can. If you carry too much, you run the risk of dropping items. Do not show off or try to work too fast. It will be more important for you to keep the items from breaking then to get them bused fast.

4

Help out the wait staff. If a server appears overwhelmed, ask them what you can help them with. Try to help the server refill water glasses as people are eating. Pay attention to silverware that falls on the floor.

5

Refill items. Pay attention to when ketchup bottles run low. Make sure sugar packets are always filled. Refill salt and pepper shakers when necessary.

6

Clean up spills. Especially pay attention to child's tables. Watch to see if any drinks are spilled and immediately clean them up. Also, clean up any food spills.