Casa Gianna Food Runner

galehotels; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Gale Hotels in the United States seeks a Food Runner to swiftly deliver dishes from kitchen to tables, maintain expo line cleanliness, and coordinate with front- and back-of-house teams. The role supports authentic guest service in a busy food and beverage environment.

Responsibilities include ensuring safe serving temperatures, assisting with table settings, and addressing guest needs with a courteous, proactive attitude. English/Spanish communication is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a restaurant role such as Busser or Food Runner.
• Flexibility to work in shifts, including weekends, evenings and holidays.
• Understanding of hygiene and food safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food orders from the kitchen to customers' tables rapidly and accurately.
• Act as the point of contact between Front of the House and Back of the House staff.
• Communicate food orders to chefs, prioritizing details like allergies.
• Assist wait staff with table settings and restocking supplies.
• Ensure food is served at proper temperatures and sanitized.
• Check in with customers for additional orders or water refills.
• Clear dirty dishes and maintain clean work areas.
• Uphold sanitation and food safety standards.
• Check in with customers to ensure satisfaction and relay feedback to management.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Punctual

Customer service

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High School degree, GED or Equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Food Runner

Department: Food & Beverage

Reports To: Director of F&B

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY:

The Food Runner is primarily responsible for delivering food orders from the kitchen to customers’ tables rapidly and accurately. It is this person who will maintain the cleanliness of the expo line, organization of order tickets, and communicate effectively with the team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Delivering food orders from the kitchen to customers’ tables rapidly and accurately.
• Acting as the point of contact between Front of the House and Back of the House staff.
• Communicating food orders to chefs, paying attention to priorities (e.g. food allergies).
• Assist the wait staff with table setting by fetching and placing appropriate tableware, eating utensils, and napkins.
• Ensure food is served by safety standards (e.g. proper temperature).
• Check in with customers and take additional orders or refill water, as needed.
• Remove dirty dishes and utensils.
• Uphold sanitation and food safety principles.
• Check in with customers to ensure their experience is satisfactory.
• Relay reports of customer satisfaction to the management and relevant parties.
• Handle different requests from customers always with a positive attitude.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Busser, Food Runner, or other entry-level role in a restaurant.
• Flexibility to work in shifts, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Understanding of hygiene and food safety rules.
• Physical ability and stamina to carry heavy trays and stand for long hours.

• Friendly, responsible, and punctual.
• Customer Services oriented.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Attention to detail, cleanliness, and safety.

EDUCATION:

• High School degree, GED or Equivalent.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Excellent verbal communication skills in English and Spanish (preferred).

REASONING ABILITY:

• Excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with guests, associates, and external partners.
• Ability to work well under pressure and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ability to be mobile for prolonged periods of time.
• Able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently inspect inside and outside areas of the property location and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.

We are an EEO Company that provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to all full-time regular Employees.

The above job description describes the primary duties and qualifications for this position. The company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and other duties as necessary.

The candidate for this position is an at-will employee and subject to termination with or without cause or notice.