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Server Assistant/Food Runner

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $9.99 - $10.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
team environment
flexible schedule
Retirement Plan

Job Description

Milwaukee Repertory Theater, often referred to as Milwaukee Rep, is one of the leading professional theaters in the Midwest United States. Established with a mission to entertain, engage, and enrich the community through world-class theater productions, Milwaukee Rep serves as a vibrant cultural hub offering a diverse range of performing arts experiences. The organization is dedicated to producing high-quality theatrical performances while fostering a creative, inclusive, and collaborative environment for both artists and patrons alike. Milwaukee Rep values its team members and operates with a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, seeking individuals eager to contribute to its mission and vision in a meaningful way.

The role of Server Assistant/Food Runner at Milwaukee Rep is an essential position that bridges the front of house (FOH) and back of house (BOH) operations within the theater’s food and beverage service team. This position plays a critical part in ensuring that guests receive their food and non-alcoholic beverages promptly and accurately, enhancing the overall patron experience during performances and events. As a Server Assistant/Food Runner, the individual will support servers by delivering food items to the dining area, preparing light food items and beverages, and managing the cleanliness and organization of the dining space. This role requires efficiency, multitasking skills, and a positive attitude to work cooperatively with team members in a fast-paced environment. The candidate must be attentive to detail, friendly, and committed to upholding the organization's service standards and values throughout their shift. This position typically involves standing for extended periods and requires physical capability to lift up to 25 pounds. The successful candidate will benefit from working in a dynamic theatrical environment, interacting with a diverse range of patrons and staff, and contributing to a celebrated cultural establishment that prioritizes innovation, quality service, and community engagement. Employment details such as work schedule flexibility and salary are generally discussed during the hiring process, focusing on qualified candidates who share the organization’s passion for the theatrical arts and customer service excellence.

Job Requirements

  • A willingness to commit to the mission, vision, and values of the theater
  • ability to pass a background check in accordance with state and/or federal laws

Job Qualifications

  • Must be able to multitask
  • have the ability to work well under pressure and as a team
  • ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment
  • be able to maintain a high quality of friendly and attentive service to our patrons
  • must have very strong verbal communication skills
  • ability to bend, stoop, stand for up to six hours at a time and lift up to 25 pounds

Job Duties

  • Assist servers in properly serving food and beverages
  • clearing, cleaning and resetting tables to ensure they are ready for the next patrons
  • ensure food and beverages have been made and garnished properly
  • prepare non-alcoholic beverages
  • some light food preparation
  • ensure orders are grouped together and that customers receive the right order
  • must be able to work positively with all staff members, independently and as part of a team
  • uphold the standards of the organization at all times
  • ensure that your station is kept clean, organized and closed properly at end of shift
  • general cleaning and maintenance of work areas, complete all assigned daily tasks

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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