Food Runner

Square Grill House; Bath; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Dining discount 30%

Refer-a-friend bonus

Wellbeing support

Extensive training & progression

Health and fitness benefits

Job summary

Square Grill Brasserie Restaurant & Piano Bar in Bath is seeking an energetic Food Runner to join our front-of-house team. You will help ensure smooth service between the kitchen and dining area, delivering dishes promptly and maintaining high presentation standards.

We offer competitive pay (up to £14 per hour), flexible rotas, dining discounts and extensive staff benefits. The role suits someone with restaurant experience who thrives in a busy, team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy, high-volume restaurant, ideally upscale.
• Reliable, enthusiastic and hospitality-focused.
• Ability to work under pressure with attention to detail.
• Confident communication and teamwork with the team.

Responsibilities

• Delivering food promptly, accurately and professionally to guests.
• Ensuring dishes are presented to our high standards.
• Working closely with chefs, waiters and management to maintain seamless service.
• Developing knowledge of menu, ingredients and allergens.
• Supporting the floor team with clearing, resetting and preparing tables.
• Maintaining cleanliness and presentation standards.
• Contributing to an exceptional guest experience throughout service.

Skills

Hospitality experience

High-volume restaurant experience

Reliability

Communication skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Job description

Food Runner – Up to £14 per Hour

Square Grill Brasserie Restaurant & Piano Bar | Bath

Join the team at Square Grill!

We're looking for enthusiastic, energetic and hardworking Food Runners to join our dynamic front-of-house team at Square Grill Brasserie Restaurant & Piano Bar, located in the heart of historic Bath.

Known for our vibrant atmosphere, quality dining and live piano entertainment, Square Grill offers an exciting environment where exceptional hospitality and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

We're looking for individuals who thrive in a busy restaurant, take pride in delivering outstanding service and are passionate about creating memorable guest experiences.

The Role

As a Food Runner, you'll play an essential role in ensuring smooth and efficient service between our kitchen and front-of-house teams.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering food promptly, accurately and professionally to guests.

• Ensuring dishes are presented to our high standards.

• Working closely with chefs, waiters and management to maintain seamless service.

• Developing excellent knowledge of our food menu, ingredients and allergens.

• Supporting the floor team with clearing, resetting and preparing tables.

• Maintaining excellent cleanliness and presentation standards.

• Contributing to an exceptional guest experience throughout service.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience in a busy, high-volume restaurant, ideally within an upscale dining environment.

• Is enthusiastic, reliable and passionate about hospitality.

• Can work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.

• Communicates confidently and follows instructions from senior team members.

• Enjoys working as part of a close-knit, hardworking team.

• Demonstrates initiative and a positive attitude.

• Is motivated to learn, develop and progress within the hospitality industry.

What We Offer

Competitive pay – up to £14 per hour

• Flexible rotas, including single and double shifts.

• Tronc benefits in accordance with company policy.

• Free meals while on duty.

• 30% dining discount across our restaurants for you and your loved ones.

• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme.

• Discounted health and fitness benefits.

• Exclusive savings on shopping, travel, restaurants and more.

• 28 days' annual leave inclusive of bank holidays for full-time employees, pro rata where applicable.

• Restaurant welfare budget providing refreshments and additional support during busy periods.

• Extensive training and development opportunities, including wine knowledge, food safety, health and safety, and hospitality qualifications.

• Structured management development programme and genuine career progression opportunities.

• Access to counselling, remote GP and physiotherapy services, legal advice and additional wellbeing support.

Working Hours

Flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.