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Busser/Runner

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Work Schedule

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
401(k) retirement plan
Anniversary pay
Discounted meals
employee discount

Job Description

Red Lobster is a well-established family-owned seafood restaurant chain with a rich history spanning over fifty years. The company prides itself on creating meaningful connections between guests and the coastal seafood experience. With more than 500 locations, Red Lobster has become a beloved dining destination, known not only for its delicious seafood dishes but also for its warm, inviting environment where new friends quickly become familiar faces. The organization places a strong emphasis on community involvement, making it a vibrant and dynamic place to work. Its commitment to quality, hospitality, and continuous growth has cemented its position as a leader in the restaurant industry.

This role is for a Busser/Runner, an essential part of the restaurant team responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient dining environment. The ideal candidate will contribute to the smooth operation of the restaurant by supporting servers and ensuring guests have an exceptional experience from the moment they walk in until they leave. This position offers weekly pay and competitive wages, flexible scheduling, and a comprehensive benefits package including options for medical, dental, and vision coverage starting at affordable rates. Employees also enjoy life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary benefits, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching after one year of service, anniversary pay based on eligibility, discounted shift meals, and a 25% discount when dining as a guest.

Red Lobster is committed to workforce development and career growth. The company offers training and career advancement opportunities for employees looking to develop their skills and progress within the organization. This Busser/Runner role involves physical activity such as bending, reaching, lifting up to 30 pounds, and staying on your feet for extended shifts ranging from 8 to 12 hours. Candidates should be team players with strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment. The company values diversity and inclusion and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, ensuring a welcoming workplace for all individuals regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status.

Joining Red Lobster means becoming part of a family dedicated to providing memorable dining experiences and exceptional service. This is an exciting opportunity to build a fulfilling career in the hospitality industry while enjoying comprehensive employee benefits and a supportive work culture.

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 met
  • Authorized to work in the country applied
  • Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and lift up to 30 pounds safely
  • Ability to remain standing and move about the restaurant for 8 to 12 hour shifts
  • Team player with attention to detail
  • Ability to multitask effectively

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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