Porta Via Italian Foods – Pasadena, CA
Part-Time | Flexible Schedule | Closed Sundays
Join a busy, family-owned Italian market and café serving fresh, made-from-scratch food in a fast-paced, counter-service environment.
Join Our Italian Café & Deli in Pasadena
Porta Via Italian Foods is a neighborhood Italian market, café, deli, and bakery known for quality ingredients, steady volume, and a supportive team culture.
We are hiring a Counter Server who enjoys engaging with guests, works well on a team, and takes pride in delivering efficient, friendly service.
About the Role
This is a counter service position, not table service.
Guests order at the counter, and hospitality is delivered through pace, accuracy, teamwork, and genuine connection.
Tips are pooled and consistent, creating steady supplemental income alongside your hourly pay. Many team members value the predictability and team-based model this structure provides.
What We Offer
$18.04/hr base pay + pooled tips
Average total earnings around $22/hr, depending on hours and volume
Flexible part-time scheduling
Closed Sundays
Medical benefits (30+ hrs/week; employer contribution)
Paid sick days
Free parking and staff discounts
Opportunities for growth into lead or management roles
Your Role
As a Counter Server / Deli Associate, you will:
• Greet guests and take orders at the counter
• Accurately handle POS transactions
• Assist with light food prep and counter presentation
• Support retail stocking and organization
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
What You Bring
• 1+ year of food service, café, deli, or restaurant experience
• Strong communication and guest service skills
• Comfort multitasking during peak volume
• Reliability and strong work ethic
• Professional appearance
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 35 lbs
• Food safety certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days)
Schedule
Part-time
Flexible weekly schedule
Closed Sundays
How to Apply
Please submit:
Your resume (include full name and current contact information)
Two professional references (supervisor name and email required)
Employment eligibility verification required.
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