Job Location WDI - Durham, NC 27705 Position Type Part Time Salary Range $8.50 - $8.50 Hourly
Our upscale casual restaurants provide the perfect setting for guests to unwind after a round of golf, celebrate a special occasion, or enjoy a productive day on campus. We pride ourselves on delivering a warm, polished, and memorable dining experience — and we’re looking for an efficient, attentive, and detail-oriented Wait Assistant to help us bring that standard to life.
The Wait Assistant plays a key support role in ensuring seamless service, impeccable table presentation, and an exceptional guest experience from start to finish.
Support servers in meeting and anticipating guest needs throughout the dining experience
Assist with opening and closing duties to ensure the dining room is fully prepared and properly reset
Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations and service areas
Stock and restock server stations with necessary supplies throughout the shift
Take direction from servers, hosts/hostesses, and managers to ensure smooth service flow
Remove extra place settings, clear soiled items promptly, and reset tables with precision and care
Communicate guest feedback, concerns, or service issues to the Manager in a timely and professional manner
A positive, team-oriented attitude
Strong communication skills
A genuine passion for hospitality
Exceptional attention to detail — from pristine table settings to timely clearing and resetting
Ability to stay organized and composed in a fast-paced environment
Reliability and willingness to support the team wherever needed
If you’re service-minded, take pride in the small details that elevate a dining experience, and thrive in a collaborative hospitality environment, we’d love to meet you!
Required Education:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Required
Experience:
Previous experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting is advantageous but not mandatory
Experience working in a fast-paced environment is beneficial
Required Skills and Abilities:
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in the dining area
Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with team members and guests
Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage time effectively
Physical stamina to stand, walk, and carry items for extended periods
Ability to follow instructions and adhere to safety and hygiene standards
Positive attitude and willingness to assist in various tasks as needed

The Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club is located on the campus of Duke University, only twenty minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport and ten minutes from Research Triangle Park. Nestled on 300 acres filled with tall pines and hardwoods, the Inn is known for its beautiful facility and grounds, 271 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites, marvelous cuisine in the Fairview Dining Room—winner of the AAA Four Diamond Award, Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Award and Wine Spectator Award of Excellence—the Bull Durham Bar, the Robert Trent Jones-designed 18-hole championship Duke University golf course, and its convenience to local points of interest.
The Washington Duke Inn is set apart from other area hotels and conference centers by unparalleled service, a gracious staff, luxurious interiors and attention to detail. From the moment you enter our doors, you will experience the legacy of Southern hospitality that has become synonymous with the Duke name. The Inn is owned by Duke University and is managed by WDI Hospitality, LLC of Durham, North Carolina.
Each and every day at the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, we take pride in being an award winning team, providing exceptional hospitality through memorable personal service while honoring our Duke heritage. Do you have a lively personality, a quick smile, and a passion for providing superb customer service? Then the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club is looking for YOU!
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