Busser/Runner

Red Lobster is a well-established, family-owned seafood restaurant chain with over fifty years of history, passionately dedicated to delivering a connection to the coast and seafood to its guests. With more than 500 restaurant locations, Red Lobster has become a beloved dining destination where guests enjoy memorable meals in a welcoming, community-focused environment. At Red Lobster, employees are viewed as an extended family, integral to fostering familiar relationships and creating an atmosphere where everyone feels valued and connected. The company emphasizes not only remarkable dining experiences but also meaningful career opportunities for its staff, underscoring growth, development, and advancement within the organization. Red Lobster offers its team members competitive wages with weekly pay, flexible scheduling options, and a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans starting at under $10 per week. Additional benefits such as life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary benefits, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match after one year of service further support employee well-being and financial security. Anniversary pay is offered to eligible staff, along with discounted meals both during shifts and when dining as a guest. The atmosphere at Red Lobster fosters not only professional development but also a supportive and inclusive workplace, reinforcing the company’s commitment to equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of background or identity.

The role of a Busser/Runner at Red Lobster is essential in delivering excellent guest service and maintaining the smooth operation of the restaurant. This position involves welcoming guests warmly, preparing the station for service shifts, ensuring tables are properly set with silverware and condiments, and assisting servers by refilling drinks, pre-bussing tables, and running hot food orders to guests promptly. Busser/Runners play a vital role in upholding the restaurant’s food safety and cleanliness standards by clearing dishes, resetting tables, and maintaining clean seating and floor areas. Effective communication regarding table readiness is crucial, as is supporting the dishwasher area by breaking down items as needed. This role demands physical stamina to move around the restaurant and stand for extended shifts, with the ability to lift up to 30 pounds safely. Teamwork, attention to detail, and multitasking abilities are key attributes for success in this fast-paced, guest-focused environment. Red Lobster’s commitment to accommodating employees with disabilities ensures that reasonable adjustments can be provided to ensure everyone can perform their duties effectively. Joining Red Lobster as a Busser/Runner means becoming part of a vibrant, ambitious team with exciting future plans, dedicated to growth and delivering outstanding dining experiences across all locations.