Server Assistant / Food runner Buca Osteria & Bar

EightSix Network Inc; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality company in Vancouver is seeking a full-time Food Runner to support Servers and enhance guest experiences. Responsibilities include monitoring food quality, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining cleanliness. The role requires serving experience and Smart Serve Certification, with a salary of $17.20/hr plus tips. This position offers benefits like discounted staff meals and a flexible schedule.

Benefits

Discounted Staff Meals

Flexible Schedule

No Early Mornings

Staff Discount

Qualifications

• Serving experience in a comparable restaurant environment.
• Smart Serve Certification required.
• Ability to take direction and prioritize.

Responsibilities

• Answer questions about food and beverage services.
• Ensure plates arrive to the correct guest.
• Monitor food quality and presentation standards.

Skills

Serving experience in a comparable restaurant environment

Smart Serve Certification

High attention to detail

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Strong organizational skills

Strong oral communication skills

Keen interest in food and service excellence

Job description

Job Description

Position: Food Runner

Department: FOH - Buca

The Assistant Server provides support to Servers by monitoring food quality prior to delivering dishes to tables, and then providing explanation of each dish to the guests. Have a high level of floor awareness and has exceptional knowledge of all menu offerings.

• Responsibilities
• Answer questions about food, beverage, wine and other restaurant functions and services when necessary
• Assist with Cart Service and Food Reception
• Communicate with Servers and Hosts to maximize seating
• Inspect all tables for proper mise en place, cleanliness and completeness
• Practice a high level of floor awareness and maintain a clean appearance as required
• Ensure that plates arrive to the proper guest and each plate is described to the guest
• Monitor food quality and presentation standards
• Monitor the cleanliness of the section and ensure all materials and areas are clean and free from clutter
• Follow all food safety standards and systems
• Communicate guest feedback to Servers to ensure a positive, memorable experience
• Other duties as assigned or required

• Qualifications
• Serving experience in a comparable restaurant environment
• Smart Serve Certification required
• High attention to detail
• Ability to remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to take direction and prioritize
• Strong oral communication skills
• Keen interest in food, beverage and service excellence
• Ability to maintain a professional level of urgency and momentum

• Job Type: Full-time
• Immediate Start
• Salary: $17.20/hr + tips
• Hours: 3 days/week required availability
• Shifts: Afternoons, Evenings
• Benefits: Discounted Staff Meals, Flexible Schedule, No Early Mornings, Staff Discount