
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
weekly pay
Competitive wages
flexible scheduling
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
voluntary benefits
401(K) retirement savings plan with company match
Anniversary pay
discounted shift meals
dining discount
Job Description
Red Lobster is a well-established family-owned restaurant chain with a rich heritage spanning over fifty years, dedicated to offering guests a unique connection to seafood and the coastal dining experience. With more than 500 restaurants across various communities, Red Lobster has become much more than just a place to eat; it serves as a cornerstone where new friends become familiar faces. The company emphasizes a welcoming and community-oriented atmosphere combined with quality food and excellent service. Their commitment extends beyond dining to fostering growth opportunities within the organization, making it an attractive workplace for individuals seeking career development and stability in the hospitality industry.
As a Busser/Runner at Red Lobster, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth flow of restaurant operations and delivering an exceptional guest experience. This position involves welcome guests with a friendly demeanor, setting up and maintaining stations with necessary supplies such as silverware and condiments, and providing timely support to servers by refilling drinks, running hot food, and pre-bussing tables. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and adhering to food safety standards by clearing dishes, resetting tables, cleaning seats and floors, and breaking down items in dish areas. Your ability to communicate effectively about table readiness and support various service functions will contribute to the overall efficiency and positive atmosphere that guests expect from Red Lobster.
This is a dynamic role requiring physical stamina, the ability to multitask, and teamwork. Candidates must be able to stand and move for extended shifts ranging from 8 to 12 hours while safely lifting objects up to 30 pounds. Red Lobster proudly offers flexible scheduling, competitive wages paid weekly, and attractive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage options, life insurance, and 401(k) retirement plans with company matching after one year. Employees also enjoy special perks like anniversary pay, discounted shift meals, and dining discounts. This role provides a great entry point into the restaurant industry with ample opportunities for personal and professional advancement within the supportive environment of the Red Lobster family.
Joining Red Lobster means becoming part of a welcoming and inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal opportunity. The restaurant ensures employees from all backgrounds feel respected and supported, making it a rewarding and fulfilling place to work. With big plans for growth and innovation underway, now is an excellent time to build your career with Red Lobster and contribute to its ongoing success as a leader in casual dining.
As a Busser/Runner at Red Lobster, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth flow of restaurant operations and delivering an exceptional guest experience. This position involves welcome guests with a friendly demeanor, setting up and maintaining stations with necessary supplies such as silverware and condiments, and providing timely support to servers by refilling drinks, running hot food, and pre-bussing tables. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and adhering to food safety standards by clearing dishes, resetting tables, cleaning seats and floors, and breaking down items in dish areas. Your ability to communicate effectively about table readiness and support various service functions will contribute to the overall efficiency and positive atmosphere that guests expect from Red Lobster.
This is a dynamic role requiring physical stamina, the ability to multitask, and teamwork. Candidates must be able to stand and move for extended shifts ranging from 8 to 12 hours while safely lifting objects up to 30 pounds. Red Lobster proudly offers flexible scheduling, competitive wages paid weekly, and attractive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage options, life insurance, and 401(k) retirement plans with company matching after one year. Employees also enjoy special perks like anniversary pay, discounted shift meals, and dining discounts. This role provides a great entry point into the restaurant industry with ample opportunities for personal and professional advancement within the supportive environment of the Red Lobster family.
Joining Red Lobster means becoming part of a welcoming and inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal opportunity. The restaurant ensures employees from all backgrounds feel respected and supported, making it a rewarding and fulfilling place to work. With big plans for growth and innovation underway, now is an excellent time to build your career with Red Lobster and contribute to its ongoing success as a leader in casual dining.
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 to 12 hour shift
- Team player with attention to detail and ability to multi-task
Job Qualifications
- Team player with attention to detail and ability to multi-task
- Must meet the minimum age requirement
- 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 to 12 hour shift
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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