Busser/Runner

Responsibilities

• Deliver food orders from the kitchen to customers’ tables rapidly and accurately
• Act as the contact point between Front of the House and Back of the House staff
• Communicate food orders to chefs, paying attention to priorities and special requests (e.g. food allergies)
• Aid the wait staff with table setting by fetching and placing appropriate tableware, eating utensils and napkins
• Serve welcome drinks and hors d’oeuvres, upon guests’ arrival
• Ensure food is served in accordance with safety standards (e.g. proper temperature)
• Check in with customers and take additional orders or refill water, as needed
• Remove dirty dishes and utensils
• Answer guests’ questions about ingredients and menu items
• Inform restaurant staff about customers’ feedback or requests (e.g. when they ask for the check)

Requirements

• Experience as a food expeditor or similar entry-level role in a restaurant
• Understanding of hygiene and food safety rules
• Physical ability and stamina to carry heavy trays and stand for long hours
• Availability to work various shifts, including weekends
• Multi-tasking abilities
• Good oral communication skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment

Skills

• Knowledge of hospitality or restaurant management (degree is a plus)
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs following appropriate safety procedures
• Standing, sitting, walking, and climbing abilities
• Emergency response capability
• Adaptability to different environmental conditions

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs following appropriate safety procedures
• Standing, sitting, walking, and occasional climbing
• Responding to emergencies in a timely manner
• Working in different environmental conditions (wind, heat, cold, rain, etc.)

Schedule

Varying Shifts - Days, Nights, Holidays, Weekends

What We Offer

• Supplemental benefits including dental and vision
• $19 hourly compensation

Disclaimer

This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties, and responsibilities to this job at any time.