Busser/Runner

Red Lobster is a renowned family-owned restaurant chain that has been connecting people to seafood and coastal flavors for over fifty years. Originating from a single family-owned establishment, Red Lobster has expanded to more than 500 locations, each embodying the founding passion for excellent seafood dining experiences. More than just a place to eat, Red Lobster values the relationships it builds within the communities it serves, making every visit a chance to enjoy memorable meals and foster familiar connections. This company culture emphasizes quality, community, and exceptional guest service, ensuring that every customer feels welcome and valued.

This job posting is for the position of Busser/Runner at Red Lobster. The role is vital in supporting the restaurant’s smooth operational flow and creating a welcoming environment for guests. As a Busser/Runner, you will be the frontline team member responsible for setting up stations, maintaining cleanliness, and providing auxiliary assistance to servers to enhance the overall guest experience. The candidate must be energetic, attentive to detail, and capable of multitasking in a dynamic, fast-paced restaurant environment. This position offers weekly pay, competitive wages, and flexible scheduling, making it an attractive opportunity for individuals seeking stable employment in the hospitality sector.

Working at Red Lobster comes with a variety of benefits aimed at improving work-life balance and supporting personal growth. These include options for medical, dental, and vision insurance with affordable premiums, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary benefits, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching after one year of service. Employees also enjoy anniversary pay subject to eligibility, discounted shift meals, and a 25% discount when dining as a guest. Moreover, Red Lobster is committed to employee development through training programs and career advancement opportunities, ensuring that team members grow alongside the company.

The Busser/Runner role involves diverse responsibilities such as welcoming guests with a smile, ensuring all dining tables are properly set up with silverware and condiments, pre-bussing and refilling drinks, running hot food promptly to guests, and communicating with servers about table readiness. Maintaining food safety and cleanliness standards is a priority, along with clearing dishes, resetting tables, and cleaning seating areas and floors. Additionally, this role requires some physical stamina, including the ability to lift up to 30 pounds, remain on feet for extended periods, and move efficiently throughout the restaurant.

Red Lobster’s inclusive workplace culture supports equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status. The company welcomes individuals who meet the physical job requirements and can contribute to the team-oriented, detail-focused nature of the role. Joining Red Lobster means becoming part of a family that values every member’s contribution toward providing guests with exceptional dining experiences and bringing BIG plans to life for the company’s future.