Expo / Food Runner

Daily Grill; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

On-Demand Pay

Meal discounts

Training and growth

Positive culture

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Daily Grill in Palm Desert area is seeking experienced, energetic, hospitality-focused team members to join our service staff. You will greet guests, take orders, and work with kitchen and FOH teams to deliver high-quality presentations and timely service.

This role emphasizes quality control, proper plating, and safe service, with opportunities for growth within the company. Open availability on weekends/holidays is required, prior experience preferred, and a Food Handlers card must be obtained

Qualifications

• Must have open availability including weekends and holidays.
• Experience preferred
• Must present a Food Handlers card within 30 days of hire
• Must be comfortable with repetitive movements
• Must be able to walk, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, and twist for 4-12 hours/day
• Must be able to push, pull, or lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and deliver food and beverages with a friendly, attentive service.
• Ensure items are prepared and plated according to specifications.
• Read notes and include requested sauces, bread, parmesan on the side.
• Walk long distances carrying trays to deliver multiple times per shift.
• Communicate modifications and announce food to guests.
• Maintain a clean workspace and follow safety protocols to be health department ready.
• Serve as liaison between kitchen and FOH team to ensure streamlined communication.
• Assist in running food and drinks.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Strong multi-tasking

Customer service

Positive attitude

Able to lift up to 50 lbs

Job description

Headquartered in Palm Desert, CA, Daily Grill Concepts is a national restaurant company with 5 restaurants in two states. The Company boasts 2 different, yet complimentary brands, spanning the spectrum from Casual Daily Grill to the hip and trendy Public School Gastro Pubs.

We are looking for experienced, energetic, and hospitality focused team members to join our team!

Job Responsibilities:

• Heavy focus on quality control. Ensure items are prepared according to specifications, and that they are properly plated and garnished before delivering to the guest
• Double check to confirm all items are prepared correctly including any possible modifications
• Properly read notes and include any requested sauces, bread, parmesan cheese, etc. on the side
• Walk long distances carrying trays of food to deliver, multiple times as needed throughout shift
• Delivering food in a friendly manner using seat numbers, serving ladies first
• Announce the food, mentioning modifications as placing in front of guests. No auctioning off food
• Maintain a clean workspace, and adhere to all safety protocols to be “health department ready”
• Follow all kitchen safety protocols including using a cut glove, slicer safety, safe lifting, etc.
• Serve as the liaison between the kitchen team and the FOH service team to ensure streamlined communication and organization
• Communicate in a positive and teamwork orientated way with all HOH and FOH team members
• Assist in running food and drinks

Job Requirements:

• Must have an open availability including weekends and holidays
• Experience preferred
• Strong multi-tasking ability, with the ability to work well under pressure
• Positive and Professional Attitude
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must present a Food Handlers card within 30 days of hire
• Must be comfortable with repetitive movements
• Must be able to walk, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, and twist for 4-12 hours/day
• Must be able to push, pull, or lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Benefits include:

• Flexible scheduling
• On-Demand Pay with Tapcheck
• Discount on food and non-alcoholic beverages when dining as a guest or ordering to-go in any of our restaurants
• Training and the opportunity to grow within the company and beyond
• Positive company culture focused on development of our team members
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits for qualifying hours

Daily Grill introduces a twist on classic dishes and hand-crafted cocktails. Fresh, flavorful American fare is served in our beautiful restaurants designed to feel like your home away from home. Daily Grill features seasonal menus with locally-sourced ingredients prepared in a scratch kitchen.
Signature favorites like our Chicken Pot Pie and Loaded Mac & Cheese bring back nostalgic memories at the first bite. Creative contemporary dishes like Ahi Tuna Sashimi and Spicy Shrimp & Chicken Pasta add a modern-flare to our wide-ranging menu. Happy Hour can be enjoyed daily. Breakfast and weekend brunch is available at select locations.
Our team members deliver an experience personalized to each guest and strive to exceed their expectations. Since 1989, we've built a loyal following within the local communities we serve. Above all, we remain true to our philosophy, "The only thing we put before our guests is our food." #ThinkDaily