Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
RICH TABLE in the heart of Hayes Valley, is looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Expo/Food Runner to join our team.
We’re a busy, dynamic restaurant known for our creativity, seasonally driven menu, and genuine hospitality. As part of our front-of-house team, you’ll play a key role in ensuring dishes move seamlessly from kitchen to table — maintaining the rhythm of service and helping create the memorable experience our guests expect.
Responsibilities:
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Coordinate communication between the kitchen and service teams to ensure timely, accurate delivery of dishes
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Run food efficiently and knowledgeably to guests, describing dishes with confidence and care
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Maintain a clean, organized expo line and service station
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Support the team during service with a sense of urgency, professionalism, and collaboration
What We’re Looking For:
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Previous experience as a food runner or expo in a high-volume or fine dining restaurant preferred
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Strong communication and multitasking skills
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A team-oriented mindset and calm under pressure
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Passion for food, hospitality, and learning
What We Offer:
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Competitive hourly pay + tips
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Dining discounts at RICH TABLE and RT Bistro
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Opportunities for growth within our group
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A respectful, creative, and supportive work environment
If you love great food, thrive in a fast-paced setting, and take pride in excellence, we’d love to hear from you.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($19.18) plus tips
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Knowledge of Food Presentation
Ability to Describe Dishes Confidently
Organizational Skills
Sense of Urgency
Professionalism
Collaboration skills
Ability to Maintain Cleanliness
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Part of Rich Table / RT Rotisserie
James Beard Best New Restaurant 2012 Nominee Rich Table is the culinary vision of Chef Owners Evan and Sarah Rich and Co Owner / Wine Director Maz Naba. With over three decades of combined experience in high-end San Francisco and New York restaurants, the team brings with them a wealth of talent, knowledge of quality foods and wine, and connections with the best farms, purveyors and producers. Our goal is to create and provide a more convivial and fun, comfortable and relaxed approach to the fine dining experience.
We strive to create an exemplary work environment and culture - one that inspires and motivates our staff, cultivating open minded and spirited individuals who have a sense of pride and ownership in everything they do professionally. We want a staff that thrives in and helps promote an atmosphere of professionalism, positive reinforcement and praise of value in order to help reach the goals of the restaurant and the personal goals of each other.
Awards / Distinctions
2019
2018






