Busser & Runner: Service & Expo Specialist

Jyan Isaac Bread; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Lodge Bread Company in Los Angeles is seeking a reliable Busser/Runner to support front-of-house operations in a fast-paced café setting. The role focuses on keeping the dining area clean, delivering food, and coordinating the expo station to ensure timely service.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, clearing tables, restocking supplies, and assisting servers during peak times. Evening and weekend availability is often required to meet guest needs.

Qualifications

• Previous food service or hospitality experience is preferred, but not required
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8 hours)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Familiarity with basic sanitation and food safety practices

Responsibilities

• Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the mission of Lodge Bread Company.
• Promptly greet guests at the table and serve water, bread, and butter upon arrival.
• Clear used tableware between courses and fully reset tables after guests depart.
• Run food from the kitchen to tables quickly and accurately, ensuring correct dishes go to the correct guests.
• Assist servers in monitoring guest needs (e.g., refills, additional tableware).
• Keep dining areas clean and orderly: wipe tables and chairs, sweep floors, and maintain a tidy appearance throughout service.
• Maintain clean, stocked service stations with silverware, napkins, condiments, and other supplies.
• Manage the expo station by coordinating completed tickets, organizing plates for service, and communicating with kitchen staff and front-of-house to ensure order accuracy and timing.
• Handle to-go and pickup orders: bag and label items, verify contents with ticket, and place them in designated areas for guest or delivery driver pickup.
• Monitor ticket flow and pace of the kitchen to anticipate and resolve bottlenecks.
• Communicate clearly and courteously with hosts, servers, and kitchen team to keep service running efficiently.
• Restock utensils, glassware, paper products, condiments, and food packaging supplies as needed.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness of the restroom(s), checking every 30 minutes during shift.
• Clean and sanitize service stations, counters, shelves, and high-touch areas regularly.
• Assist in closing duties, including trash removal, floor mopping, and organizing supplies.
• Thank guests as they exit and provide a friendly final impression.
• Attend all scheduled employee meetings and contribute suggestions for improvement.
• Support fellow team members during peak service times and provide backup as needed

Skills

Strong communication

Team-oriented

Multitasking

Stamina

Stand/walk 8h

Education

Food service experience (preferred)

Tools

POS terminals

Expo station systems

Dishwashers & sanitizers

Job description

Lodge Bread Company in Los Angeles is seeking a reliable Busser/Runner to support front-of-house operations in a fast-paced café setting. The role focuses on keeping the dining area clean, delivering food, and coordinating the expo station to ensure timely service.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, clearing tables, restocking supplies, and assisting servers during peak times. Evening and weekend availability is often required to meet guest needs.