Restaurant Team Member - Hiring Immediately

Dallas, United States
Restaurant Team Member - Hiring Immediately
Company
Original ChopShop
Location
Dallas, TX
Job type
Full-time
Salary
15–17 an hour
Posted
20 days ago
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Job description
Restaurant Team Member

$15-17/hr Leadership growth opportunitiesDiscounted meals on an off shift program401k with Company matchCompetitive payFun and challenging team environmentHealth, dental, vision coverage eligibilityPet InsuranceMental Health Benefits

About us
Original ChopShop, a neighborhood eatery serving Just Feel-Good Food that’s always Chopped-in-Shop with whole ingredients. Since our first Shop opened in 2013, our mission has been to inspire others to just feel good by providing a warm, welcoming place full of energetic people where guests can Fuel their Well-Being. Our team is eager to craft good-tasting, nutritious food made for Every/Body. We threaded Original ChopShop together with bits and pieces of our hearts + we believe that food should not only taste good, but make you feel good, too.

Our Philosophy? Good food makes people happy and if you’re happy, we’re happy.

What we offer
• Leadership growth opportunities
• Discounted meals on an off shift program
• 401k with Company match
• Competitive pay
• Fun and challenging team environment
• Health, dental, vision coverage eligibility
• Pet Insurance
• Mental Health Benefits
Who you are

You share a love for food + people. You have a positive point of view, a genuine interest in serving others + a desire to be better. You speak, read, + write in English. You can stand for 8 hours + can lift at least 25 lbs. You agree that happy team members = happy guests + you want to be a part of a team that embraces your unique talents.

What you’ll do
• Welcome each guest with a genuine greeting. Be Original. There’s only one you!
• Prep + prepare food accurately
• Ensure that guests are served in our restaurant with the highest level of customer service possible
• Deliver food from the kitchen to the dining room with a sense of urgency, smile, + case for the guests
• Assisting guests with menu options + anticipating their needs to ensure we meet + exceed expectations
• Ensure accuracy when communicating needs to team members + when preparing food
• Conduct table touches a.k.a. “House Checks” to ensure a clean environment
• This position requires knowledge of the menu items + their ingredients + packaging as well as familiarity with the step-by-step procedure for making various food + beverage products
• Team members may be trained in multiple positions including front of the house, guest service, or prep + production
• Working each shift with purpose as a brand ambassador
• Keeping our area clean + stocked
• Follow all food safety + security practices
• Create memorable dining experiences by exceeding guest expectations
• Thank the guests for coming in + invite them back soon

Equal Opportunity Employer.

This is a tipped role. You will be paid the tip credit minimum wage. Advertised hourly rate is an expected average, not a guarantee

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs in United States

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What is the federal minimum cash wage for tipped servers in US restaurants in 2026?
As per the Wage and Hour Division, the federal minimum cash wage for tipped employees like restaurant servers is $2.13 per hour as of 2026. Employers must ensure that tips plus the cash wage equal at least the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour, paying the difference if tips fall short. Overtime for hours over 40 per workweek is calculated at 1.5 times the full minimum wage of $7.25 per hour.
Source: Wage and Hour Division, U.S. Department of Labor
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What is the median annual wage for restaurant cooks in the United States in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for cooks in restaurants is $31,310 as of May 2023 data applicable through 2026. The wage range spans $25,090 at the 10th percentile to $44,240 at the 90th percentile annually. Hourly median is $15.05 for full-time equivalent.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
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What visa is required for foreign nationals to work seasonal restaurant jobs in the US in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the H-2B visa allows foreign workers for temporary non-agricultural jobs like peak-season restaurant work, with a statutory annual cap of 66,000 visas for FY2026. The cap allocates 33,000 visas for October 1 to March 31 and 33,000 for April 1 to September 30. Employers must obtain labor certification from DOL and file Form I-129 petition.
Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
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What education or experience is required for entry-level waiter jobs in US restaurants?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, waiters and waitresses need no formal educational credential for entry-level positions. Training is short-term on-the-job, typically less than 30 days. No prior work experience is required, though basic math for orders and customer service aptitude helps.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics