Busser/Runner

Red Lobster is a well-established and beloved family-owned seafood restaurant chain that has grown to over 500 locations since its founding over fifty years ago. Known for its inviting coastal-themed dining experience, Red Lobster has become a staple in communities by offering guests not just meals, but memorable moments shared with friends and family. The brand is deeply rooted in connecting its patrons to seafood and the coastal lifestyle, creating an atmosphere where new guests become familiar faces over time. Red Lobster prides itself on more than just being a dining destination; it is a place for career growth, community involvement, and longstanding hospitality traditions.

This position is for a Busser/Runner at Red Lobster, a frontline team member who plays a crucial role in maintaining the restaurant’s smooth operation and ensuring guests have an enjoyable dining experience. The role involves greeting guests with a warm smile as they enter, setting up service stations with the necessary utensils and condiments, and supporting servers by refilling drinks and pre-clearing tables. Bussers/Runners facilitate prompt food delivery by running hot dishes to the guests and help maintain cleanliness by resetting tables, clearing dishes, and managing the dining environment. This role requires attentiveness to food safety standards, excellent communication skills to coordinate table readiness for new guests, and teamwork to assist servers whenever needed.

The job is physical, requiring the ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 pounds safely. Candidates should be detail-oriented, energetic, and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced restaurant setting. Red Lobster values team players who contribute to creating a welcoming atmosphere and exceptional guest service. Employees at Red Lobster benefit from competitive wages, weekly pay, and flexible schedules that accommodate various lifestyle needs. Additional benefits include options for medical, dental, and vision insurance starting affordably, life insurance, short-term disability, and voluntary benefits, as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching after one year of service.

Red Lobster also rewards employee loyalty through anniversary pay (subject to eligibility), discounted shift meals, and a 25% discount when dining as a guest. The company emphasizes training and development, providing ample career advancement opportunities within its expanding restaurant family. As a proud equal opportunity employer, Red Lobster fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and every individual has the opportunity to thrive. Joining Red Lobster means becoming part of a supportive team dedicated to excellence, community connection, and ensuring every guest leaves satisfied.

With exciting growth plans on the horizon, now is an ideal time to join the Red Lobster family and take your hospitality career to the next level.