Elevated Food Runner & Dining Room Support

The Chatham Inn, Relais & Chateaux; Chatham (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State Health Insurance

Dental and Vision (Full Time)

401K - Contribution and Matching

On Demand Pay

Team Member/Family/Friend discounts

Job summary

The Chatham Inn is seeking a Server Assistant (Food Runner/Support) to help maintain a polished, welcoming dining room for guests during peak season. You will assist servers, clear and reset tables, and support wine service in a fast-paced luxury setting.

Ideal candidates are energetic, detail-oriented, eager to learn food and wine basics, and available for evenings, weekends, and summer peak times. Prior restaurant experience is appreciated but not required.

Qualifications

• Energetic and attentive with a customer-centric approach.
• Detail-oriented and professional in appearance and demeanor.
• Passionate about hospitality and guest experience; eager to learn food and wine fundamentals.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced dining room environment.
• Available for evenings, weekends, and peak summer season.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food to tables promptly and accurately, describing dishes with confidence.
• Assist in clearing, resetting, and maintaining tables to high presentation standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of dining room, patio, and bar areas.
• Refill water, polish glassware, and keep tables guest-ready.
• Greet guests warmly and anticipate needs; support a refined yet relaxed service.
• Work with servers, bartenders, and culinary team to maintain service flow.
• Participate in daily pre-shift meetings and tastings.
• Support wine service as directed and ensure food safety guidelines.

Skills

Energetic

Attentive

Detail-oriented

Hospitality passion

Professional appearance

Fast-paced environments

Willing to learn food and wine

Evenings/weekends availability

Job description

The Chatham Inn is seeking a Server Assistant (Food Runner/Support) to help maintain a polished, welcoming dining room for guests during peak season. You will assist servers, clear and reset tables, and support wine service in a fast-paced luxury setting.

Ideal candidates are energetic, detail-oriented, eager to learn food and wine basics, and available for evenings, weekends, and summer peak times. Prior restaurant experience is appreciated but not required.