Cafe Food Runner

HRI Hospitality; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

HRI Hospitality’s All Good Cafe New Orleans, located in The Barnett Hotel, is hiring a Food Runner. You will deliver meals promptly, ensure correct presentation, and support the cafe team during busy service.

You’ll work in a fast-paced setting near the French Quarter, communicating with kitchen and wait staff, clearing tables, refilling drinks, and helping maintain a clean expo line and dining areas. This role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and basic food safety knowledge, with open

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: Hospitality experience preferred.
• Experience: Experience in a fast-paced dining environment a plus.
• Skills: Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Skills: Ability to multitask and work efficiently during high-volume service periods.
• Skills: Ability to carry trays and deliver food safely and professionally.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail and order accuracy.
• Skills: Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 30-40 lbs. for extended periods.
• Skills: Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food orders to guests quickly, accurately, and professionally.
• Ensure dishes are delivered at the correct temperature and presentation.
• Communicate with kitchen staff and servers to maintain smooth service flow.
• Assist servers by clearing plates, refilling beverages, and resetting tables as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the expo line, service stations, and dining areas.
• Help prepare garnishes, sauces, or condiments for service when needed.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Assist with opening, running, and closing side duties.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

234 rooms | 16,000 sq. ft. meeting/event space Amenities: contemporary rooms, rooftop pool, five signature dining venues, vibrant communal spaces. A restored Art Deco hotel just steps from the New Orleans French Quarter, The Barnett offers an authentic New Orleans experience with curated events, live music, and standout food and beverage. Its versatile meeting and event spaces, combined with proximity to the Caesars Superdome, create an engaging environment for hospitality professionals serving both business and leisure travelers. As one of the most distinctive hotels in New Orleans Warehouse District, The Barnett pulses with New Orleans energy, only blocks away from Caesar's New Orleans and the Caesar's Superdome. Designed to blend luxury with comfort, immaculate guest rooms cultivate a sense of ease. Each boasts vintage-inspired decor, plush bedding, and standout amenities that cater to every need. The Barnett provides a sophisticated, stylish retreat that embodies the spirit of its surroundings, ensuring an unforgettable experience for every guest.

All Good Cafe New Orleans in The Barnett Hotel is seeking a Food Runner with open availability to join our team. The Food Runner supports the cafe team by delivering food orders promptly and accurately, maintaining cleanliness and organization of service areas, and ensuring a smooth and efficient dining experience for guests.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: Previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred.
• Experience: Experience in a fast-paced dining environment a plus.
• Skills and Knowledge: Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Skills and Knowledge: Ability to multitask and work efficiently during high-volume service periods.
• Skills and Knowledge: Ability to carry trays and deliver food safely and professionally.
• Skills and Knowledge: Strong attention to detail and order accuracy.
• Skills and Knowledge: Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 30-40 lbs. for extended periods.
• Skills and Knowledge: Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation standards.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver food orders to guests quickly, accurately, and professionally.
• Ensure dishes are delivered at the correct temperature and presentation.
• Communicate with kitchen staff and servers to maintain smooth service flow.
• Assist servers by clearing plates, refilling beverages, and resetting tables as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the expo line, service stations, and dining areas.
• Help prepare garnishes, sauces, or condiments for service when needed.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Assist with opening, running, and closing side duties.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

HRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.