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Busser/Runner

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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 savings plan
Anniversary pay
discounted shift meals
employee dining discount
Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Red Lobster is a well-established family-owned restaurant chain that has been serving guests for over fifty years. The company prides itself on delivering a special connection to seafood and coastal dining experiences, making each customer feel part of their extended family. With more than 500 restaurants nationwide, Red Lobster is recognized for not only providing great meals but also fostering a warm, welcoming atmosphere where guests can create memorable moments with friends and family. This commitment to quality and community has helped the company maintain a strong presence in the casual dining industry and build a loyal customer base.

Working at Red Lobster means joining a team that values its employees as much as its guests. Offering competitive wages with weekly pay, flexible scheduling to accommodate work-life balance, and affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance starting at less than $10 per week, Red Lobster supports the well-being of its workforce. Additionally, the company provides life insurance, short-term disability, and voluntary benefits, along with a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a generous company match after one year of service. Employees who meet eligibility requirements may also qualify for anniversary pay, fostering a rewarding workplace environment that encourages longevity and dedication.

The role of Busser/Runner at Red Lobster is essential to maintaining the smooth operation of the restaurant floor and ensuring guests have a pleasant dining experience. In this position, employees are responsible for greeting guests with a friendly smile, setting up their station before shifts, and making sure tables are properly equipped with silverware and condiments. The position requires prompt refilling of drinks, pre-bussing, running hot food to tables efficiently, and providing support to servers to ensure guests’ needs are met quickly and effectively.

Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety is critical for the Busser/Runner role. Duties include clearing dishes promptly from tables, resetting tables, cleaning seats and floors, and communicating table readiness to team members. Employees also assist in breaking down items in the dish area. This role demands physical stamina, including the ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift up to 30 pounds safely, and remain on their feet throughout shifts that can last between 8 to 12 hours. The ideal candidate is a dedicated team player with excellent attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Red Lobster is actively investing in its future, with ambitious plans to continue growing and improving its restaurants and team. Joining Red Lobster means becoming part of a family that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, as the company proudly maintains equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees without discrimination of any kind. This serves as a great opportunity for individuals seeking a supportive workplace with career advancement prospects in the hospitality industry. Overall, the Busser/Runner position at Red Lobster offers not only competitive compensation and benefits but also a chance to be part of a respected brand committed to excellence and community involvement.

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

  • Must meet the minimum age requirement and be 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 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

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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