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Busser/Runner - Now Hiring

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $5.62 - $25.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

We offer weekly pay and competitive wages
flexible scheduling
Options for medical, dental and vision starting at less than $10/week
life insurance, short-term disability and voluntary benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match after 1 year of service
anniversary pay (must meet eligibility requirements)
discounted shift meals and a 25% discount when dining as a guest
Opportunities - we train and provide career opportunities so you can advance and grow
Pay Range
USD $5.62 - USD $25.00 /Hr
USD $5.62 - USD $25.00 /Hr

Job Description

Red Lobster is a well-established family-owned restaurant chain renowned for its dedication to providing a unique seafood dining experience. With over fifty years of history and more than 500 restaurants across the country, Red Lobster has successfully created an inviting atmosphere where guests can enjoy their favorite meals and make lasting memories. The company prides itself on community involvement and fostering connections between new friends and familiar faces, making Red Lobster more than just a dining venue — it is a welcoming place to work and grow professionally.

As a Busser/Runner at Red Lobster, you will play a vital role in ensuring every guest feels welcomed and receives top-notch service. You will be responsible for preparing your station for shifts, maintaining cleanliness and order at tables, and assisting servers wherever needed. This position demands attention to detail, teamwork, and a focus on delivering excellent customer experiences. You will also be handling responsibilities such as refilling drinks, running hot food to guests, and adhering to all food safety and cleanliness standards. This role is essential in keeping the restaurant environment running smoothly and maintaining a high level of guest satisfaction.

Red Lobster offers its employees numerous perks and benefits, including competitive wages with weekly pay, flexible scheduling to accommodate various lifestyles, and accessible options for medical, dental, and vision insurance at affordable rates. Employees also have access to life insurance, short-term disability, and voluntary benefits. The company provides a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match after one year of service, along with anniversary pay contingent upon eligibility. Additional benefits include discounted meals during shifts and a 25 percent discount when dining as a guest, making this a highly attractive workplace for individuals seeking growth and stability in the hospitality industry.

Physical demands of the Busser/Runner role include the ability to bend, reach, stoop, and safely lift up to 30 pounds, as well as the stamina to remain on your feet for shifts lasting 8 to 12 hours. Red Lobster values team players who exhibit strong multi-tasking abilities and pay close attention to detail. The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to ensure everyone can perform their job functions successfully.

Red Lobster is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. They embrace all applicants without regard to 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 with a bright future, growth opportunities, and a supportive environment. With ambitious plans ahead, there is no better time to establish your career with Red Lobster and contribute to their mission of creating memorable dining experiences for guests around the country.

Job Requirements

  • Must meet minimum age requirement
  • 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 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
  • The p hysical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform this job
  • What it Takes to Succeed (Physical 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
  • The p hysical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform this job

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
  • 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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