Busser/Runner

Red Lobster is a renowned family-owned restaurant chain with over fifty years of heritage and a passion for delivering exceptional seafood dining experiences. Originating from a vision to connect people with the coast and its bounty, Red Lobster has grown to operate over 500 restaurants, with every location embodying that founding spirit of hospitality and community connection. The company is deeply committed to being more than just a place to eat; it serves as a gathering spot where new friends become familiar faces and guests can enjoy memorable meals and moments.

The role being offered is for a Busser/Runner at Red Lobster, a position essential to creating a seamless and enjoyable dining experience for guests. This role is hourly and offers a competitive pay range of USD $16.90 to USD $25.00 per hour. Employees benefit from flexible scheduling and a wide selection of benefits including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance plans starting at less than $10 per week. Additionally, staff are eligible for life insurance, short-term disability coverage, voluntary benefits, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching after one year of service. Red Lobster also rewards employees with anniversary pay, discounted shift meals, and a 25% discount when dining as a guest.

As a Busser/Runner, you will be the welcoming face guests see when entering the restaurant, greeting them warmly and ensuring their immediate surroundings are prepared and maintained to the highest standards. You will be responsible for setting up your station for each shift, ensuring all tables are properly stocked with silverware and condiments. Your role includes pre-bussing tables, refilling drinks, running hot food to guests promptly, and supporting servers in creating a smooth dining service.

Maintaining food safety and cleanliness standards is critical in this position. You will clear dishes, reset tables, clean seats and floors, and communicate table readiness to the team. In addition, you will assist in breaking down items in the dish area at the end of shifts. Physically, this role requires the ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift up to 30 pounds safely, and stay active on your feet for shifts typically lasting 8 to 12 hours. Red Lobster emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and multitasking skills to succeed in this fast-paced environment.

Joining Red Lobster means becoming part of a dynamic team with plenty of opportunities for career growth, supported by training programs and advancement pathways. The company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive work environment. Red Lobster's big plans for the future mean there's no better time to join their family and contribute to their ongoing legacy of great food, great service, and great community involvement.