Food and Drink Runner

SUSHISAMBA GROUP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount on food & drink for up to 6

28 days’ holiday allowance

Complimentary meal and drink during Sh

Refer-a-friend cash incentive

Employee of the month rewards

Internal training and career growth

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Annual staff awards

Job summary

SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden is seeking a dedicated Food Runner / Server Assistant to bridge kitchen and dining room, ensuring timely, well-presented dishes and smooth service flow.

You will support waitstaff, communicate with the kitchen, and help maintain a welcoming dining room while delivering a memorable guest experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced, high-quality restaurant environment.
• Strong communication and proactive attitude.
• Ability to carry multiple plates with speed and accuracy.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the service team and keep clear communication with the kitchen.
• Deliver dishes swiftly and safely to tables.
• Assist with table setup and turnover to maintain smooth service.
• Anticipate guest and colleague needs to keep the dining room running efficiently.

Skills

Communication

Proactive attitude

Urgency & pace

Multi-plate handling

Team player

Job description

Our front-of-house team is currently seeking a dedicated and energetic Food Runner / Server Assistant to join the SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden family. As a key link between the kitchen and the dining room, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring that each dish is delivered promptly, presented perfectly, and enjoyed at its best. From supporting our waitstaff to enhancing guest satisfaction, your commitment to smooth service flow will help create the memorable experiences our guests return for.

Your Rewards

• Highly competitive salary
• 50% discount on food and drink for up to 6 people in SUSHISAMBA or Duck & Waffle
• 28 days’ holiday allowance
• Complimentary meal and drink during shifts
• ‘Refer-a-friend’ cash incentive scheme
• Employee of the month rewards
• Internal training and clear career progression
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Annual staff awards and celebration party

Your Requirements

As a Food Runner / Server Assistant, you’ll be responsible for assisting the service team and maintaining clear and effective communication with the kitchen. You’ll deliver dishes swiftly and safely, support table setup and turnover, and anticipate the needs of both guests and colleagues to keep the dining room running seamlessly.

We’d Love You To Have

• Previous experience in a fast-paced, high-quality restaurant environment
• Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude
• A natural sense of urgency and attention to detail
• The ability to carry multiple plates and work with speed and precision
• Willingness to learn and grow within the team
• Flexibility with working hours, including evenings and weekends
• A friendly, team-focused personality and a positive approach to challenges

Your Restaurant

SUSHISAMBA celebrates the culture and cuisine of Japan, Brazil, and Peru. Our menus feature a blend of new and signature dishes that emphasize bold flavours, premium ingredients, and artistic presentation. Operated by Sushi Samba Group, we proudly run restaurants in Las Vegas, London, Edinburgh, Dubai, Doha, and Bahrain.