Food Runner

Company

San Vicente Clubs is a prestigious private members-only club originating in West Hollywood, California. Since its 2019 opening, San Vicente Bungalows has established itself as a premier destination for individuals seeking a refined and intimate social experience.  Our exclusive establishment offers an oasis of tranquility, luxury, and personalized service to our esteemed members.  Building on the success of the original West Hollywood location San Vicente has expanded to Santa Monica (November 2024) and New York City (January 2025).

We are seeking team members who share a passion for hospitality and a desire to deliver high standards and service levels to our members and guests. We offer a wide range of benefits to our full-time employee including:

• Medical, dental and vision health benefits
• Life insurance
• 401k plans matching up to 4%
• Tuition reimbursement
• Pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Employee appreciation and incentive programs

Position Purpose

The Food runner provides assistance to the wait staff in servicing the guests in a timely fashion. This is a support position for the servers as well as grooming of the restaurant / club and its perimeters.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Obtain service area assignments at the beginning of each shift
• Run food from the kitchen and deliver food to guest’s tables in timely manner.
• Assist with preparing appetizers and assist sous chefs with other food prep.
• Promptly greet guests as they are seated and bring crudité, water and bread to the tables.
• Clear table after guests leave, take tableware to dish room and place silverware, dishes, glassware, etc. in appropriate areas for washing.
• Between seatings, promptly clean table tops, chairs and booths. Check floor and clean as required. Reset and arrange tabletop.
• Respond immediately and appropriately to guest requests. Communicate these requests to server immediately.
• Communicate with server, host and Maitre’ D to assure efficient seating, table utilization and guest service.
• Assist server as needed with food delivery, especially with larger parties and peak periods.
• Thank guests as they are leaving.

• Maintain a high level of personal cleanliness and immaculate uniform presentation.

• Be a team player; help out fellow staff whenever possible.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

• Must be able to effectively communicate.

• Must be able to follow directions with focus to detail.

• Must be able to work under minimal supervision.

• Must be able to fulfill physical requirements of the job: carry heavy trays and furniture from time to time. (30lb)

• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).

Qualifications

Experience:  Min. 1 year in high volume, upscale restaurant or hotel.

Certifications: Food Handler’s Card; RBS Certificate