Busser/Food Runner

Wine Road Vintners; Sherwood (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wine Road Vintners is seeking a Busser/Food Runner to maintain a clean, welcoming dining area and support the service team. You will clear glasses, clear tables, and assist with timely food delivery to ensure guests receive high-quality service.

The role requires availability nights and weekends, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and valid Food Handlers and RBS cards. Join a busy, guest-focused team at Wine Road Vintners.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Food Handlers Card required.
• Responsible Beverage Service Card required.
• Available nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Excellent communication and multitasking skills.
• Team oriented with integrity.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and respond quickly to requests.
• Bring water to the table and replenish drinks as needed.
• Assist server with food delivery ensuring correct temperature and quality.
• Pre-bus tables between courses and handle tableware adjustments.
• Clear tables after guests depart and keep dining area tidy.
• Notify host and server when the table is ready for turnover.
• Empty linen bags, take out trash, organize the dish area, and maintain glassware.
• Ensure duties are completed before the end of the shift.
• Stay focused and prioritize tasks throughout the shift.

Skills

Guest service

Multitasking

Communication

Food handling

Job description

The Busser/Food Runner will primarily focus on maintaining dining area by clearing glasses and cleaning common area in a quick and efficient manner, while providing exceptional service.

Compensation: $16.50 hourly + Tips

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Greet guests with a smile and respond quickly to requests in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Promptly bring water to the table and replenish drinks before the guest has to request a refill.
• Assist the server when needed with food delivery ensuring the food is served at the proper temperature and quality.
• Pre bus table between courses including the removal or addition of any necessary tableware.
• Clear tables after guests depart ensuring tables, chairs and floor are clean for next guests’ arrival.
• Notify host/hostess and food server when table is ready to ensure efficiency is maintained in the restaurant area.
• Empty linen bags, take out trash, organize dish area, polish glassware and other duties assigned by management.
• Ensure that all duties are carried out before the end of shift.
• Ability to focus for an entire shift, trouble shooting and prioritizing skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Food Handlers Card is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Responsible Beverage Service Card is required.
• Must be available nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to treat all associates and guests in a respectful manner.
• Exhibits integrity (honesty and truthfulness).
• Must have excellent communication, multi-tasking and organizational skills.
• Must work well under pressure and to complete all assigned tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
• Must be able to lift and carry a tray weighing up to 50 lbs. through a busy dining area.
• Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work up to 8 hours per shift.

Company Standards:

• Understand the Hawks View Values, and Service Standards.
• Ensure the safety of guests and associates.
• Follow the environmental standards set by the Company
• Treat all associates and guests in a respectful manner.
• Exhibit integrity (honesty and truthfulness).
• Perform any other duties as required by your Manager.