Food Runner

Job description

Position Overview: The Food Runner supports the dining room and service teams by delivering food quickly and accurately from the kitchen to guests. This role plays a critical part in ensuring service timing, food presentation standards, and overall member/guest satisfaction Responsibilities: • Deliver food from the kitchen to dining rooms, patios, and banquet spaces promptly and accurately • Ensure proper food presentation and plate integrity before leaving the kitchen • Communicate with servers regarding table numbers, seat positions, and dietary restrictions • Assist with course pacing during plated and multi-course events • Announce dishes appropriately and professionally when required • Support high-volume banquet service including plated dinners, buffets, and action stations • Assist in synchronizing course delivery during large events • Help maintain cleanliness and replenish items as needed • Assist with clearing tables when needed • Refill water and assist with guest needs when appropriate • Maintain cleanliness of service stations and expo areas • Restock supplies, condiments, and service ware • Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, servers, bartenders, and managers • Maintain urgency while preserving professionalism and hospitality standards • Follow directions from Dining Room Manager or Front of House Manager • Performing any other tasks assigned by leadership Experience: • Preferred: Experience working in restaurants, banquets, hospitality or related fields Schedule: • Days and start times TBD based on business needs • Flexibility to work hours needed based on event schedules Compensation: • $18.00 per hour Environment: • Varying temperature controlled environments Skills: • Physical abilities: May be required to lift up to 35 – 45lbs.; standing, bending, lifting and twisting for up to 90% of your shift; frequently lifting product – such as food trays, glass racks, silverware containers etc.; Ability to stand or walk at least 10 hours daily; working in various temperature controlled environments; • Strong communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with peers and leaders on a daily basis • Organizational Skills: Ability to fulfill executive directions in a timely manner; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines • Working in a team based environment: Working independently and as a team player • Quality: Maintain integrity and high standards from all perspectives • Safety Culture: Maintain and drive safety policies; driving for accountability of safe practices throughout shift