Required Years of Experience
1 year
Job Details
This is a hands on position for someone who enjoys working in a fast paced restaurant and takes pride in providing excellent service. The Expo/Food Runner plays an important role in connecting the kitchen and dining room, ensuring dishes are delivered accurately, efficiently, and with care. We are looking for someone who is dependable and a team player with strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a genuine interest in the industry.
Job Responsibilities
- Work closely with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth and efficient service
- Assist with coordinating and organizing food orders at the pass, ensuring accuracy and proper presentation
- Run food to guests in a timely and professional manner
- Develop a thorough understanding of our menu, ingredients, and preparation methods to confidently describe dishes to guests
- Communicate effectively with chefs, servers, and management to maintain the flow of service
- Ensure dishes are delivered to the correct tables and guests, including awareness of allergies and dietary restrictions
- Assist with setting, clearing, and resetting tables as needed
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the expo station and surrounding service areas
- Anticipate the needs of the kitchen and dining room, providing support wherever needed
- Follow all food handling, sanitation, and workplace safety standards
Qualifications:
- Previous restaurant experience preferred, ideally in a fast-paced, high-volume, or fine dining environment
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Genuine interest in food, hospitality, and providing a great guest experience
- Ability to remain calm, focused, and efficient during busy service periods
- Willingness to learn, take feedback, and work collaboratively with others
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and safely carry multiple plates
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends & holidays
What We Offer:
- Opportunities to learn, develop your skills, and grow within the Rich Table restaurant group
- A collaborative, professional environment where hospitality and teamwork matter
- Competitive health insurance options, with employer contributions toward your premium based on the plan you choose (for eligible employees)
- 401k with no waiting periods and the opportunity to receive up to 4% of your earnings as matching contributions
- Hands on experience working with seasonal ingredients and thoughtful, technique-driven food
- Daily family meal and employee dining discounts
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys the energy of restaurant service, has a passion for food and hospitality, and wants to be part of a team that takes pride in what they do. If this sounds like you, we'd love to meet you!
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($19.61) plus tips
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, 401k, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Coordination Skills
Organizational Skills
Time Management Skills
Customer Service Skills
Problem Solving Skills
Attention to Food Presentation
Knowledge of Food Handling and Sanitation Standards
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Part of Rich Table Restaurant Group
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







