Food Runner

Position: Food Runner
Department: Front of House / Restaurant Operations
Reports To: Restaurant Manager / Floor Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

Position Summary:

We are seeking a fast, energetic, and dependable Food Runner to join our team in a fast-paced restaurant environment. The Food Runner plays a key role in delivering food from the kitchen to guests promptly and accurately while maintaining excellent presentation and providing outstanding customer service. The ideal candidate thrives under pressure, communicates effectively with kitchen and service staff, and works well as part of a team to ensure smooth restaurant operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver food orders from the kitchen to the correct tables quickly, accurately, and efficiently.
• Verify food orders for accuracy, presentation, and completeness before leaving the kitchen.
• Communicate effectively with chefs, servers, bartenders, and management to maintain smooth service.
• Assist servers with running food, pre-bussing tables, clearing plates, and resetting tables as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the expo line, service stations, and dining areas.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and restaurant procedures.
• Respond promptly and professionally to guest requests and questions.
• Notify servers or managers of order discrepancies, delays, allergies, or special requests.
• Help maintain a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support daily restaurant operations.

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous restaurant or food service experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a sense of urgency.
• Positive attitude, reliability, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to remain calm and professional during busy shifts.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and carry food trays safely.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to carry trays, plates, and other restaurant items safely.
• Ability to move quickly through busy service areas while maintaining awareness of guests and coworkers.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, moves with urgency, pays attention to detail, and understands that timing and teamwork are essential to a successful restaurant. The ideal candidate is proactive, dependable, and committed to creating an exceptional dining experience for every guest.

Work Environment

This position operates in a busy restaurant where teamwork, speed, accuracy, and communication are essential. Food Runners must be comfortable working under pressure while maintaining high standards of service, cleanliness, and professionalism.

Our goal: Deliver a highly value driven experience to our guests. Maintaining an heir hospitality and high standards on both our food and drink programs.