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Busser / Server Assistant

Dave & Buster's · Schaumburg, IL · Part time

Posted Jul 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you worked as part of a team to get through a busy rush.

What they are checking: Whether they communicate and support others, which is the main purpose of this role.

How would you keep a warm, fun atmosphere for guests even though your job is mostly behind the scenes?

What they are checking: Whether they bring friendliness to small guest moments, which Dave & Buster's expects of every team member.

How do you handle closing duties when you are tired and want to go home?

What they are checking: Whether they finish the job fully, which shows they are dependable.

Why does a job as a busser interest you?

What they are checking: Whether they are motivated to work hard and possibly grow into a server role.

What would you do

As a server assistant, how would you help a server who is falling behind with several tables?

What they are checking: Whether they can spot where help is needed most, like clearing plates or running drinks, without being asked.

A guest asks you for a refill and a new fork while you are carrying a full bus tub. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they acknowledge the guest, take care of the request quickly, and do not ignore them.

You notice broken glass near a table where kids are sitting. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they act on safety right away and get help to clean it up properly.

If you saw something unusual, like a guest walking out without paying, what would you do?

What they are checking: Whether they tell a supervisor promptly rather than chasing the guest or ignoring it.

About the work

How do you clear and reset a table quickly while still making sure it is clean and sanitized?

What they are checking: Whether they balance speed with following sanitation procedures every time.

What does it mean to keep the bus stand stocked and clean, and why does it matter?

What they are checking: Whether they see how stocked stations help servers work faster and guests get better service.

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The full job description

As published by Dave & Buster's.

Job Description: Dave & Buster’s is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by serving hundreds of people with flexible schedules you can accommodate school or other jobs. Plus, your co-workers are awesome! Dave & Buster’s offers an attractive benefits package for many positions, including medical, dental, vision, 401K, FREE GAMES and more. POSITION SNAPSHOT: Assists Bartenders and Servers by maintaining area cleanliness and providing necessary support to ensure fast, friendly and accommodating service. NITTY GRITTY DETAILS: • Deliver an unparalleled Guest experience through the best combination of food, drinks and games in an ideal environment for celebrating all out fun. • Keeps immediate supervisor promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance. Takes prompt corrective action where necessary or suggests alternative courses of action. • Creates a warm, fun atmosphere for Guests and Team Members. • Adheres to company’s sanitation procedures. • Responsible for bus stand cleanliness and stocking. • Ensures wait stations remain clean. • Empties trash and spot sweeps whenever floor needs it, or when a Manager requests. • Performs opening/closing responsibilities, including party breakdown/duties. • Restocks and prepares supplies for shift change and or close. • Busses and resets tables. • Offers assistance to Guests by clearing away dishes and glassware, and refilling beverages. • Assists in party setup. • Maintains cleanliness of restrooms, including restocking of supplies. • Cleans high chairs and booster chairs. • Assists other Team members as needed or when business needs dictate. • Must be friendly and able to smile a lot while working days, nights and/or weekends as required. • Restaurant and/or bar experience preferred, but not required. • Must demonstrate ability to clearly communicate with Guests and other Team members. Requirements STUFF OUR ATTORNEYS MAKE US WRITE: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the Team Member will regularly be required to: • Work days, nights and/or weekends as required. • Work in noisy, fast paced environment with distracting conditions. • Read and write handwritten notes. • Lift and carry up to 30 pounds. • Move about facility and stand for long periods of time. • Walk or stand 100% of shift. • Reach, bend and stoop frequently. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. As an equal opportunity employer, Dave & Buster’s is dedicated to our policy of nondiscrimination in all aspects of employment, and we comply with all Federal, State and Local laws regarding nondiscrimination. Salary Range: 14 - 15 We are an equal opportunity employer and participate in E-Verify in states where required.

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