Food Runner-Full Service Restaurant 1

Sacramento, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $16.50

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Daily Pay

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

short-term disability

long-term disability

term life insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee assistance program

401k Retirement Plan

Job Description

Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento is a premier lifestyle hotel situated in the heart of downtown Sacramento, surrounded by entertainment venues, shopping, and dining options that capture the essence of the "farm-to-fork" capital. This hotel offers guests a unique and vibrant experience with easy access to historical attractions linked to the California Gold Rush and the Transcontinental Railroad, as well as cultural events at locations like the Golden 1 Center. Whether guests are exploring museums or enjoying the dynamic city nightlife, Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento provides an ideal home base with a variety of dining establishments onsite, including The 7th Street Standard and the Clayton Club rooftop bar. The hotel also features flexible event spaces, ranging from a 1,700-square-foot ballroom to private dining rooms and rooftop lounges, making it a sought-after destination for meetings, social gatherings, and celebrations.

The Food Runner role at Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento is pivotal in delivering a memorable dining experience to members and guests by efficiently anticipating their needs and providing food and beverage service in a professional, friendly, and enthusiastic manner. This position requires the ability to support servers by preparing condiments, presenting menus, confirming order accuracy, and maintaining clean and organized service areas, all while ensuring courteous and attentive interaction with members and guests. Food Runners must possess knowledge of the menu, daily specials, and responsible alcohol service to effectively contribute to the overall guest satisfaction. This role demands physical stamina, including lifting, carrying, and prolonged standing, as well as the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Full-time employees are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, and retirement plans, underscoring the company’s commitment to staff well-being and professional growth. This position is ideal for those seeking to thrive in a dynamic hospitality environment and contribute to the high standards that define Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento and Evolution Hospitality's lifestyle-oriented approach.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent unless currently enrolled
Minimum of one year previous experience as a server or server assistant in upscale environment preferred
Certification in liquor, wine and food service training including alcohol awareness preferred
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Professional appearance
Ability to multitask effectively in fast paced environment
Ability to comply with responsible alcohol service standards
Physical ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs several times per shift
Physical ability to climb, lift, reach, bend and stoop
Ability to stand and walk for long periods
Effective professional communication skills
Proficiency in English
Meet minimum age requirement of jurisdiction

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required unless currently enrolled
Minimum of one year previous experience as a server or server assistant in an upscale restaurant, hotel/resort or private club environment preferred
Certification of previous training in liquor, wine and food service including alcohol awareness certification preferred
Must be able to work in an outdoor environment in all weather conditions
Must have professional appearance
Must be able to effectively multitask in an extremely fast paced environment
Must be able to comply with standards of responsible alcohol service
Must be physically able to safely lift and carry trays, kegs and cases weighing up to 50lbs several times during the course of a shift
Must be physically able to climb, lift, reach, bend and stoop
Must be able to work in a standing position and walk for long periods of time
Must be able to effectively and professionally communicate with guest, co-workers and management
Candidates in this role will be able to read, write, speak and understand English and meet the minimum age requirement of jurisdiction

Job Duties

Assist the servers with presenting menus, answering questions and making suggestions regarding food and beverage service
Prepare baskets with required condiments and sides prior to serving
Confirm that all orders from the kitchen are accurate, have all required condiments and are presentable then serve to the member/guest
Always address the member/guest by name
Anticipate the members/guests needs
Observe member/guest to respond to any additional requests and to determine when service has been completed
Responsible for monitoring supplies, maintaining stock and keeping the kitchen/café areas in a clean and orderly fashion at all times
Responsible for assisting the servers in keeping sections and service areas in a clean and orderly fashion
Responsible for collecting/maintaining baskets throughout the course of the shift
Maintain a “full hands out, full hands in” perspective
Monitor kitchen times and relay times to servers/management
Maintain complete knowledge of menu, alcoholic beverages, specials and 86’d items
Complete daily/weekly checklists of duties and monitor supplies
Performs other related duties as assigned by manager
Other duties may be assigned as business demands