Job Overview
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
flexible scheduling
Retirement Plan
Job Description
Our establishment is a dynamic and guest-focused dining venue committed to delivering exceptional culinary experiences. We pride ourselves on maintaining a high standard of food quality, presentation, and guest service, creating a welcoming atmosphere where guests feel valued and cared for. As a bustling restaurant that serves a diverse menu, we emphasize teamwork and efficiency to enhance the overall dining experience. Our team comprises experienced chefs, attentive service staff, and dedicated food runners who together ensure operations run smoothly from kitchen to table.
We are seeking a Food Runner to join our vibrant team. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between the kitchen and the dining room by ensuring that food orders are delivered promptly and accurately. The Food Runner assists in maintaining the highest standards for food presentation and quality, making sure that dishes reach guests in perfect condition. Additionally, this position involves preparing the dining area and front line with all necessary equipment, plateware, and smallwares to facilitate seamless service. The Food Runner also plays a crucial role in supporting kitchen and service staff with tasks that uphold cleanliness and organization throughout the shift.
In this fast-paced role, the Food Runner not only delivers meals but also tracks cooking times, garnishes plates according to established specifications, and checks finished dishes for proper appearance and doneness. The position demands a strong focus on safety, with responsibilities including reporting any unsafe conditions or actions to management. At the end of the shift, the Food Runner is tasked with completing closing duties to ensure the kitchen and service areas are properly cleaned and stocked for the next day. This position is ideal for those who are proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about contributing to an exceptional dining experience.
We are seeking a Food Runner to join our vibrant team. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between the kitchen and the dining room by ensuring that food orders are delivered promptly and accurately. The Food Runner assists in maintaining the highest standards for food presentation and quality, making sure that dishes reach guests in perfect condition. Additionally, this position involves preparing the dining area and front line with all necessary equipment, plateware, and smallwares to facilitate seamless service. The Food Runner also plays a crucial role in supporting kitchen and service staff with tasks that uphold cleanliness and organization throughout the shift.
In this fast-paced role, the Food Runner not only delivers meals but also tracks cooking times, garnishes plates according to established specifications, and checks finished dishes for proper appearance and doneness. The position demands a strong focus on safety, with responsibilities including reporting any unsafe conditions or actions to management. At the end of the shift, the Food Runner is tasked with completing closing duties to ensure the kitchen and service areas are properly cleaned and stocked for the next day. This position is ideal for those who are proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about contributing to an exceptional dining experience.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in food service or as a food runner preferred
- Basic understanding of food preparation and cooking times
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
- Availability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to follow safety procedures and guidelines
Job Qualifications
- Experience in a fast-paced food service environment
- Ability to read and follow order tickets accurately
- Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
- Strong attention to detail in food presentation
- Ability to work collaboratively with kitchen and service staff
- Physical stamina to stand and walk for extended periods
- Effective communication and organizational skills
Job Duties
- Picks up food product for orders placed by the service staff and delivers the meal to our guests
- Assists the kitchen and service staff as needed to maintain the highest level of food quality, presentation, and timing to optimize our guests dining experience
- Sets up the front line with the equipment, plateware, and smallwares needed to effectively serve all food products
- Keeps station restocked throughout the shift
- Cleans large and small trays and tray stands to be ready for service
- Reads order tickets as they arrive and place onto ticket minder
- Tracks cooking times on all orders, checks finished product for proper degree of doneness, appearance, and plate presentation
- Garnishes finished entrees according to house specifications and procedures
- Assists the server as needed to optimize the guest's dining experience
- Accomplishes all job duties while adhering to all safety guidelines and practices throughout the shift
- Reports any unsafe condition, unsafe act, accidents and/or injuries to the chef or other manager on duty
- Correctly completes closing duties at the end of each shift
- Assists Chef and other kitchen personnel in accomplishing closing duties and kitchen cleanliness
- Completes all side work in the front and/or back of the house as assigned and scheduled by the members of the management team
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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