Fast & Precise Food Runner: Delivering Guest-First Service

Bazaar Miami Beach; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee dining

Partner discounts

Health & wellness benefits

Job summary

José Andrés Group is seeking a Food Runner to support Front of House service in a high-volume setting. You will deliver dishes accurately, communicate with expo and kitchen teams, and assist servers during peak periods.

You will ensure food safety, maintain cleanliness, and help with stocking and side work while upholding the brand's guest-first standard. This is an hourly, non-exempt role based at our Miami Beach location.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of FOH experience as a food runner or similar role in high-volume, upscale casual or fine dining preferred.
• Strong understanding of seat numbers, table maps, and coursed service.
• Ability to carry multiple plates and maneuver safely through a busy dining room.
• Clear communication skills and ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation; Food Handler certification (or ability to obtain).
• Reliable attendance and schedule flexibility (nights, weekends, holidays).

Responsibilities

• Deliver food to correct tables and seat numbers with speed, accuracy, and professionalism.
• Announce dishes clearly, including allergen callouts, following JAG protocols.
• Ensure proper presentation, temperature, and garnishing before delivery.
• Protect food quality from expo to table at all times.
• Communicate continuously with the expo and kitchen regarding ticket times, pacing, and priorities.
• Stage and consolidate trays and hot boxes; prioritize orders based on fire time and coursing.
• Assist with marking tables, delivering share plates, and coordinating utensils for coursed meals.
• Communicate 86’d items, delays, and modifications to servers and leadership.
• Assist servers during peak service to maintain flow and timing of courses.
• Respond promptly to guest needs or issues related to food delivery and loop in leadership when needed.
• Maintain awareness of menu items to answer basic guest questions when appropriate.
• Follow DOH and JAG sanitation standards, including handwashing and food-safety practices.
• Use proper tray, hot-plate, and lifting techniques to ensure safety.
• Maintain clean, organized runner stations, expo areas, and service pathways.
• Ensure runner stations are stocked with trays, share plates, utensils, and service tools.
• Assist with opening, closing, and side work duties per checklist.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of staging and service areas.
• Work collaboratively with servers, bussers, bartenders, hosts, and kitchen teams.
• Participate in pre-shift meetings and tastings to stay informed on menu changes and service focus.
• Communicate guest concerns, allergies, and safety issues promptly to leadership.

Skills

FOH experience

Clear communication

Multitasking

Food safety knowledge

Job description

José Andrés Group is seeking a Food Runner to support Front of House service in a high-volume setting. You will deliver dishes accurately, communicate with expo and kitchen teams, and assist servers during peak periods.

You will ensure food safety, maintain cleanliness, and help with stocking and side work while upholding the brand's guest-first standard. This is an hourly, non-exempt role based at our Miami Beach location.