Busser/ Food Runner - Seasonal, Part Time

The Lagunitas Brewing Company began on a kitchen stove in Northern California in 1993 and has always looked to the future—whether supporting local communities by turning beer into money for the cause, or fueling stories, songs, and experiences with our IPA.

Benefits

• Four free cases of Lagunitas beverages a month & 50% off food and merch
• Pet Insurance – Keep your dogs and cats covered!
• Employee Assistance Program – 5 free counseling consultations

Pay

$18.31 per hour, paid every other Friday.

Schedule

Seasonal, part-time, varied hours: typically Thursday – Sunday.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper set up in all areas of the Taproom throughout service hours, including restocking clean dishes and replenishing food and beverage supplies as needed.
• Greet customers in a professional manner, providing excellent customer service.
• Assist with preparing plates for delivery by placing garnishes on appropriate food items.
• Deliver food to the correct table and confirm proper order is being delivered.
• Assist with expediting food orders in the kitchen to ensure delivery efficiency.
• Clear dishes from tables and other necessary areas to ensure a high standard of table maintenance.
• Clean and sanitize tables and chairs, in addition to maintaining cleanliness of property around the restaurant (i.e., sidewalk, etc.).
• Prepare dishes for washing by scraping and stacking them according to proper standards.
• Provide cleaning duties when needed for spilled food or drink.
• Empty trash from the designated areas throughout shift.
• Clean and stock restrooms as needed.
• Work with other staff to ensure 100% guest satisfaction as it pertains to cleanliness of Taproom.
• Perform duties of, or work shifts acting as a server, bartender, or other taproom position including host/greeter (e.g., answering phones, welcoming guests, assigning tables, completing side work, and a variety of cleaning tasks).
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Prior bussing and/or food running experience desired.
• Strong knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in a restaurant.
• Thrives in fast-paced environment; willing to work flexible schedule, including weekends/holidays/overtime.
• Outgoing personality, positive attitude, and strong verbal communication skills; teamwork ethic.
• Ability to identify and resolve issues as they arise.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to prioritize, good organizational skills.
• Food Handler certificate required upon hire.

Key Relationships

Reports directly to FOH Manager. Regularly interacts with all Taproom staff (both FOH & BOH), as well as employees from other departments.

Physical Demands

• Majority of the shift is spent standing, carrying, bending, stretching, stooping, pulling, and pushing.
• Able to lift and carry up to 60 pounds.
• Environment may involve noise and temperature changes.