Food Runner @ Root Down DIA

We’re looking for a Food Runner / Service Support to join our team at Root Down.

About the role

As a Food Runner you will deliver food from the kitchen to the dining area in a timely, efficient, and professional manner. You’ll ensure each dish is properly presented and served to the correct tables, assist with the overall flow of service, help maintain a clean and organized dining area, and support both servers and kitchen staff as needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food orders from the kitchen to the correct tables promptly and efficiently.
• Ensure that the food is presented according to restaurant standards, with the appropriate garnishes and condiments.
• Double-check orders to ensure that all items on the ticket are accounted for and correctly prepared.
• Communicate with servers to ensure that food is delivered at the correct temperature and that all special requests or dietary restrictions are met.
• Place food in front of the correct guests, and make sure each dish is accompanied by the necessary condiments or sides.
• Ensure that the guest is satisfied with their meal and address any issues promptly.
• Work closely with the kitchen staff to ensure that food orders are completed in a timely manner.
• Communicate with servers to ensure that they are aware of when food will be delivered.
• Assist with expediting orders and help manage the flow of food from the kitchen to the dining area during busy periods.
• Notify servers of any issues or delays with orders, such as missing items or delays in preparation.
• Uphold cleanliness and sanitation standards at all times.
• Assist with opening and closing duties as needed.
• Support with other duties as assigned by the management team.
• Uphold the ideals, values, and practices that are the foundation of Mission Yogurt: Loyalty, Innovation, Service, Communication, and Flexibility.

Requirements

• Ability to perform in a multi-tasking environment and work creatively with limited resources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Contributes to a positive work environment through enthusiasm, dedication, and responsiveness.
• Understanding of the general flow of a restaurant and bar.
• Availability and willingness to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• At least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Previous hospitality or restaurant experience is required.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work on your feet for up to 12 hours.
• Position requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching overhead.
• Lifting products and supplies weighing 20 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
• Repetitive hand and wrist motion.

Benefits

• Paid employee parking OR RTD Eco-Pass.
• Medical, Vision, Life, and Dental offered after the first of the month following 60 days of full-time employment.
• 401K with company match.
• Employee Meal Program.
• Room for growth.

Pay

$16.27 per hour + tips.