
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
Anniversary pay
discounted shift meals
Guest dining discount
Career advancement opportunities
Job Description
Red Lobster is a renowned family-owned restaurant chain that has been serving seafood lovers for over fifty years. Founded with the vision to create a special connection between people and the coast, Red Lobster has grown into a beloved dining destination with more than 500 restaurants nationwide. The company prides itself on being more than just a place to eat and work; it is deeply ingrained in the communities it serves, fostering a welcoming environment where new friends become familiar faces. Employees at Red Lobster are part of a larger family that values tradition, quality, and guest satisfaction.
The role of a Busser/Runner at Red Lobster is essential to ensuring a seamless dining experience for guests. As a Busser/Runner, you will be the friendly face welcoming every guest with a smile and setting the stage for great meals and memorable moments. Your responsibilities involve preparing dining stations for each shift, ensuring tables are properly equipped with silverware and condiments, and maintaining cleanliness throughout the restaurant. You will assist servers by refilling drinks, running hot food to guests, and providing overall guest support.
This position requires a proactive team player who can multitask and pay close attention to detail while adhering to all food safety and cleanliness standards. Physical stamina is important, as the job involves standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 30 pounds safely. Red Lobster offers flexible scheduling and weekly pay alongside competitive wages. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including options for medical, dental, and vision coverage starting at less than $10 per week, life insurance, short-term disability, and voluntary benefits. After one year of service, employees also have access to a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match. Additional perks include anniversary pay, discounted shift meals, a 25% discount when dining as a guest, and opportunities for growth and career advancement through training programs.
Joining Red Lobster means being part of a team that is committed to equal employment opportunities, inclusive work environments, and the professional development of its employees. Red Lobster is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds, genders, ages, and abilities. This role offers more than just a job; it offers the chance to build a career within a company that values its people and the communities it serves. Whether you are looking to start a new career in the hospitality industry or seeking a supportive and engaging work atmosphere, Red Lobster provides a rewarding and dynamic place to grow and succeed.
The role of a Busser/Runner at Red Lobster is essential to ensuring a seamless dining experience for guests. As a Busser/Runner, you will be the friendly face welcoming every guest with a smile and setting the stage for great meals and memorable moments. Your responsibilities involve preparing dining stations for each shift, ensuring tables are properly equipped with silverware and condiments, and maintaining cleanliness throughout the restaurant. You will assist servers by refilling drinks, running hot food to guests, and providing overall guest support.
This position requires a proactive team player who can multitask and pay close attention to detail while adhering to all food safety and cleanliness standards. Physical stamina is important, as the job involves standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 30 pounds safely. Red Lobster offers flexible scheduling and weekly pay alongside competitive wages. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including options for medical, dental, and vision coverage starting at less than $10 per week, life insurance, short-term disability, and voluntary benefits. After one year of service, employees also have access to a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match. Additional perks include anniversary pay, discounted shift meals, a 25% discount when dining as a guest, and opportunities for growth and career advancement through training programs.
Joining Red Lobster means being part of a team that is committed to equal employment opportunities, inclusive work environments, and the professional development of its employees. Red Lobster is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds, genders, ages, and abilities. This role offers more than just a job; it offers the chance to build a career within a company that values its people and the communities it serves. Whether you are looking to start a new career in the hospitality industry or seeking a supportive and engaging work atmosphere, Red Lobster provides a rewarding and dynamic place to grow and succeed.
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
- Minimum age requirement met and authorized to work in the country
- 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
- Effective communication skills
- Knowledge of basic food safety practices
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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