Runner - Benjamin

Gray Collection; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance plan with telemedecine

Group RRSP and DPSP (Deferred Profit 


50% employee discount at all of ourEst

Job summary

Gray Collection in Montreal, QC seeks a Food Runner to ensure smooth operations between kitchen and dining room under the supervision of the Service Manager and the Chef. You will announce orders, check presentation and temperature, and communicate with both teams.

Must have at least two years in a similar role, experience in high-volume settings, and strong English and French communication. Evening and weekend availability, self-motivated with initiative, and leadership are valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in the same or a similar position.
• Training in food service or culinary arts is an asset.
• Experience in a high-volume environment.
• Strong ability to manage stress and priorities effectively.
• Leadership skills.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both French and English.

Responsibilities

• Announce order tickets at the pass to the Chef and kitchen brigade.
• Ensure consistency in the presentation and temperature of dishes before they are sent to the dining room.
• Serve as the primary communication link between the dining room and the kitchen.
• Ensure compliance with established standards for the presentation and quality of dishes leaving the kitchen and determine whether dishes are ready to be served to guests.
• Manage the timing and pace required to ensure smooth service for each table.
• Maintain thorough product knowledge to ensure fast and accurate visual inspection of dishes.
• Clean and wipe plates before they are delivered to tables.
• Work closely with both the kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure efficient and appropriate service for guests.

Skills

Leadership

Stress management

Initiative

Bilingual FR/EN

Communication skills

Job description

Operating in the hospitality and restaurant industry for nearly 50 years, Gray Collection is an award-winning group of authentically local hotels and restaurants that offer travelers from around the world the experience of friendly luxury. Among our establishments are Maggie Oakes, Jacopo, Vieux-Port Steakhouse, Pincette, Bevo Bar+Pizzeria, Restaurant Gaspar, Terrasse le Perché, Terrasse William Gray, and Terrasse sur l’Auberge.

Under the supervision of the Service Manager and the Chef, the Food Runner is primarily responsible for ensuring smooth operations and effective communication between the kitchen and the dining room.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Announce order tickets at the pass to the Chef and kitchen brigade.
• Ensure consistency in the presentation and temperature of dishes before they are sent to the dining room.
• Serve as the primary communication link between the dining room and the kitchen.
• Ensure compliance with established standards for the presentation and quality of dishes leaving the kitchen and determine whether dishes are ready to be served to guests.
• Manage the timing and pace required to ensure smooth service for each table.
• Maintain thorough product knowledge to ensure fast and accurate visual inspection of dishes.
• Clean and wipe plates before they are delivered to tables.
• Work closely with both the kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure efficient and appropriate service for guests.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the same or a similar position.
• Training in food service or culinary arts is an asset.
• Experience in a high-volume environment.
• Strong ability to manage stress and priorities effectively.
• Leadership skills.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both French and English.

BENEFITS:

• Group insurance plan with telemedecine
• Group RRSP and DPSP (Deferred Profit Sharing Plan)
• 50% employee discount at all of our establishments for the employee and up to 3 guests
• Discounts with our business partners (transportation, wellness, leisure)
• Company culture that values employees
• Employee recognition events
• Growing company with opportunities for career development and personal growth

In this document, we have made an effort to use neutral language suitable for all individuals, regardless of gender. However, certain terms, job titles, and sentence structures may require us to use the masculine form as a neutral gender. We wish to inform you of this. As we prioritize an inclusive work environment, we welcome all individuals, regardless of gender, to apply.

Knowledge of English (spoken) is required for this position due to the frequent and necessary interactions with an English-speaking and international clientele in a tourism environment and in close collaboration with several partner hotels. The incumbent must independently welcome, inform, and assist guests. Communication in English is essential to the performance of the duties, the quality of service provided, and, where applicable, safety requirements, and cannot reasonably be delegated to another employee.