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Food Runner
Forsythia Restaurant
223 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
Forsythia Restaurant hiring Food Runner in Philadelphia, PA

Forsythia Restaurant hiring Food Runner in Philadelphia, PA

Food Runner

Forsythia RestaurantMore Info

223 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
Full/Part Time • Hourly (Based on Experience) plus tips
Expired: May 29, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

1 year


Job Details
Forsythia is looking for a food runner to join our dedicated service team. An ideal candidate should possess an eye for attention-to-detail, a passion for food and hospitality, and high standards for overall quality of their work. We work as a small tight-knit team so each teammate is extremely important to our success.  Ideal candidates would have restaurant experience, preferably in a fine dining environment and be available weekends and nights.  The greatest ability, is availability.  If you have limited availability or another job, please do not apply.  

Our team can expect to enjoy a host of benefits including:
    • Employee Discounts
    • Daily "Family” Meals
    • Wine Training Sessions 
    • Culinary Demonstrations (courtesy of Chef Christopher Kearse)  
    • Opportunity for Advancement
 If interested in learning more, please send your résumé to bhistand@forsythiaphilly.com.  When submitting your resume, please detail your availability, why you want to work at Forsythia, and a brief summary of who you are, what you like to do in your free time, and anything else you would like to share with us as we consider everyone for the position.   

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly (Based on Experience) plus tips

Estimated Weekly Tips: $10.00

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, 401k, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Customer Service Orientation

Work Ethic

Time Management

Problem Solving

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Positive Attitude

Willingness to Learn

Interpersonal Skills

Reliability

Flexibility

Culinary Knowledge

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New American, French, European

Restaurant Group, Wine Bar, Fine Dining, Upscale Casual, Bar / Lounge

1 Employee RecommendationSee Details

Forsythia is a contemporary French restaurant from acclaimed Chef-Proprietor Christopher Kearse. Kearse and his team exhibit a commitment to excellence and innovation from an open kitchen holding court over bright, modern surroundings. Our culinary style focuses heavily on utilizing top-tier, seasonal ingredients & serving them in unique and delightful ways. Small plates and entrées rotate often with a commitment to executing elevated French Bistro-inspired fare with a contemporary twist. In addition, the bustling bar program includes an extensive selection of hard-to-find, global wines ranging from white, red, rosé, orange and everything in-between, as well as carefully curated craft cocktails, local beers, digestifs, craft spirits, and an espresso bar for an after-dinner delight.

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