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Busser/Runner

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

weekly pay
Competitive wages
flexible scheduling
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
voluntary benefits
401k Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Anniversary pay
discounted shift meals
Guest dining discount

Job Description

Red Lobster is a well-established seafood restaurant chain that has been serving guests for over fifty years. Originating as a single family-owned restaurant, Red Lobster has grown into a family of more than 500 restaurants. The company's vision centers around creating meaningful connections through seafood and coastal dining experiences. They proudly serve as a familiar and comforting place where guests can enjoy their favorite meals in a welcoming atmosphere. Red Lobster is deeply integrated into the communities it serves, fostering friendships and memorable moments around the dining table. As a leader in the restaurant industry, Red Lobster emphasizes a culture of community, quality, and opportunity for its team members.

The role of Busser/Runner at Red Lobster offers more than just a job—it provides an entry point into a vibrant team environment where growth and advancement are encouraged. This position plays a vital role in delivering excellent guest experiences by maintaining cleanliness and order in the dining area and supporting servers efficiently. Weekly pay and competitive wages are provided, along with flexible scheduling to accommodate various needs. Benefits include affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary benefits, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching after one year of service. Additional perks include anniversary pay, discounted meals during shifts, and a 25% discount when dining as a guest.

As a Busser/Runner, team members are responsible for warmly welcoming each guest with a smile, ensuring the dining area is properly set up and stocked, including silverware and condiments, refilling drinks, and pre-bussing tables to enhance the guest experience. This role also involves running hot food to guests promptly, providing critical support to servers, and adhering to all food safety and cleanliness standards. Busser/Runners clear and reset tables, clean seating areas and floors, and communicate effectively about table readiness. They assist in breaking down items in the dish area to maintain operational flow. Physical demands of the job include the ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift up to 30 pounds safely, remain on their feet for extended periods, and work collaboratively as part of a fast-paced team. The role requires multitasking skills and attention to detail to meet the high standards set by Red Lobster.

Red Lobster prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. The company welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. As Red Lobster embarks on exciting future developments, joining the team now offers an excellent opportunity to grow and thrive in a supportive and dynamic work environment. The Busser/Runner position provides a solid foundation for career advancement within the company, backed by comprehensive training and development programs. Enthusiastic individuals looking to be part of a renowned restaurant brand with a strong community focus will find a rewarding experience with Red Lobster.

Job Requirements

  • Must meet the minimum age requirement and authorized to work in the country you are applying
  • Ability to bend, reach, stoop and lift up to 30 pounds safely
  • Ability to move about the restaurant and remain standing for an 8 - 12 hour shift
  • Team player with attention to detail and ability to multi-task

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum age requirement
  • Authorized to work in the country applied for
  • Team player
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to multi-task

Job Duties

  • Welcoming every guest into our restaurant with a smile
  • Setting up station for the shift
  • Ensuring silverware and condiments are on the table
  • Refilling drinks and pre-bussing
  • Running hot food to guests when ready in alley
  • Providing guest support for servers as needed
  • Following all food safety and cleanliness standards
  • Clearing dishes from tables, resetting table, and cleaning seats and floors
  • Communicating table readiness
  • Breaking down items in the dish area

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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