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Line Server jobs are open across restaurants, cafeterias, and food service operations at every level from entry-level to lead, with specializations in buffet service, catered events, and institutional dining. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- We are hiring immediately for a full time LINE SERVER position.
- Location: AMEX The Centurion Lounge - 3870 North Terminal Road, Houston, TX 77032. Note: online applications accepted only.
- Schedule: Full time schedule. Days and hours may vary, including weekends, evenings, and holidays. Further details upon interview.
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Requirement: Previous server experience required.
- Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
- Fixed Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour.
Free meals, uniforms and laundering service available at select locations.
We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1590074.
The advertised program is an AI recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with Compass Group. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Terms and conditions: http://olivia.paradox.ai/moSkg
Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!
What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.
We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.
Job Summary
Summary: Responsible for the final preparation of all food items served in food-service area in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, with our established policies and procedures. May be directed by the kitchen supervisor, relief manager or team leader to ensure that quality service is provided at all times.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides quality customer service by providing one-on-one attention to detail.
- Participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in adherence to company food standards for presentation, sanitation and safety (meeting HACCP and OSHA guidelines) and portion control.
- Cleans work area and equipment used in food preparation and service.
- Follows all safety and sanitation procedures. Delivers food items to and from main kitchen.
- Promotes clean, safe and neat environment for residents, self and staff.
- Cooperates with staff of other departments in performing job duties.
- Contributes to the team; exhibits professionalism with customers, fellow employees and others.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Associates at FLIK are offered many fantastic benefits.
Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_FlikHospitality.pdf
About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.
- We are hiring immediately for a full time LINE SERVER position.
- Location: AMEX The Centurion Lounge - 3870 North Terminal Road, Houston, TX 77032. Note: online applications accepted only.
- Schedule: Full time schedule. Days and hours may vary, including weekends, evenings, and holidays. Further details upon interview.
-
Requirement: Previous server experience required.
- Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
- Fixed Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour.
Free meals, uniforms and laundering service available at select locations.
We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1590074.
The advertised program is an AI recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with Compass Group. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Terms and conditions: http://olivia.paradox.ai/moSkg
Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!
What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.
We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.
Job Summary
Summary: Responsible for the final preparation of all food items served in food-service area in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, with our established policies and procedures. May be directed by the kitchen supervisor, relief manager or team leader to ensure that quality service is provided at all times.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides quality customer service by providing one-on-one attention to detail.
- Participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in adherence to company food standards for presentation, sanitation and safety (meeting HACCP and OSHA guidelines) and portion control.
- Cleans work area and equipment used in food preparation and service.
- Follows all safety and sanitation procedures. Delivers food items to and from main kitchen.
- Promotes clean, safe and neat environment for residents, self and staff.
- Cooperates with staff of other departments in performing job duties.
- Contributes to the team; exhibits professionalism with customers, fellow employees and others.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Associates at FLIK are offered many fantastic benefits.
Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_FlikHospitality.pdf
About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in line server jobs.
- Prior experience in a high-volume food service or cafeteria environment
- Food Handler certification such as ServSafe or a state-approved equivalent
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
- Knowledge of proper food portioning, temperature control, and sanitation standards
- Strong communication skills and ability to work efficiently as part of a team
- High school diploma or GED preferred but not always required
Tips for Your Line Server Job Search
Tailor your resume to service volume
Hiring managers in high-volume food service want to know you can keep pace. Mention the number of covers or guests served per shift at past jobs, and call out any experience with rush periods, batch replenishment, or multi-station setups.
List food safety credentials up front
A ServSafe Food Handler card or equivalent state certification often appears as a minimum requirement in line server postings. Put it near the top of your resume so it clears an applicant tracking system screen before a human ever reads your application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists line server openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your setting
Line server roles in a hospital cafeteria, a college dining hall, and a fast-casual restaurant have different pace and compliance expectations. Search by setting type, not just job title, so your experience reads as directly relevant to the employer reviewing your materials.
Prepare for a skills demonstration interview
Many food service employers skip a second phone screen and invite you straight to a working interview or station walkthrough. Know how to describe your portioning consistency, allergen awareness habits, and how you handle a line backup so you're ready to show, not just tell.
Negotiate schedule flexibility, not just pay
Line server shifts vary widely, and split shifts or rotating schedules affect your total weekly hours more than the hourly rate alone. When an offer comes, confirm whether the posted schedule is fixed or subject to manager discretion before you accept.
Line Server Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most line servers?
Morrison Healthcare, Lizard's Thicket, and Flik Independent School Dining are hiring the most line servers right now, with openings concentrated in South Carolina, Texas, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Institutional employers such as hospitals, universities, and corporate campuses tend to post the most consistent volume throughout the year.
How many line server jobs are remote?
About 0% of line server openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most of the role requires physical presence at a food service station. The small share of remote-adjacent work typically involves food service coordinator or catering logistics roles that handle ordering, scheduling, or menu planning from an office setting.
How do you become a line server?
Start by earning a food handler certification through a state-approved program, since most employers require it before your first shift. Apply to entry-level positions at cafeterias, dining halls, or casual restaurants where on-the-job training is standard. Focus on building speed, portioning accuracy, and familiarity with allergen protocols, as those skills move you from entry-level to lead positions over time.
Can you get hired as a line server with little or no experience?
Yes, many employers hire line servers with no prior food service background and train on the job, particularly in institutional settings like schools and corporate cafeterias. Having a current food handler card before you apply signals readiness and removes a common barrier. Emphasizing customer-facing experience from any retail or hospitality role, along with physical stamina and reliability, strengthens an application without prior kitchen time.
What does the line server interview process look like?
Most line server interviews involve a brief phone or in-person screening with a dining services manager, followed by a facility walkthrough or working interview at the actual station. Interviewers typically ask about your availability, your experience managing high-volume service, and how you handle food safety practices. Some employers, especially in healthcare and education, also verify your food handler certification before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to line server jobs?
You can find and apply to line server jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience, preferred setting, and location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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