Fine Dining Food Runner – Fast, Precise Service

The h.wood Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and Vision insurance

Job summary

The h.wood Group, a Los Angeles based hospitality and lifestyle company, is opening Lady Delilah this Fall and is hiring experienced Food Runners to support smooth kitchen-to-table service and uphold food quality standards.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication, experience in a fast-paced fine dining environment, and 21+ with a valid NY Food Handlers Certification. This role requires standing for long shifts and a readiness to assist in various service tasks.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old.
• Must have a valid and current NY Food Handlers Certification.
• Proven experience as food runner, expo, or other restaurant position.
• Understanding of health and safety rules in a restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the efficient flow of orders from the waiters to the kitchen.
• Ensure orders are being prepared with the correct priority.
• Organize and expedite food orders in the kitchen
• Ensure tickets are completed in the correct order and prioritize appropriately
• Assist in the final preparation of dishes.
• Check dishes before delivery for accuracy, presentation, and temperature.
• Deliver orders to maintain fast service.
• Eliminate obstacles in service, food preparation lines or dishwashing.
• Inspect the premises according to quality and sanitation standards and assist in cleaning.
• Transfer important information between the kitchen and the wait staff (e.g., when a customer has a particular request)
• Support other tasks as needed (e.g., telephone orders)

Skills

Customer orientation

Multitasking

Communication skills

Food service experience

Education

NY Food Handlers Certification

Job description

The h.wood Group, a Los Angeles based hospitality and lifestyle company, is opening Lady Delilah this Fall and is hiring experienced Food Runners to support smooth kitchen-to-table service and uphold food quality standards.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication, experience in a fast-paced fine dining environment, and 21+ with a valid NY Food Handlers Certification. This role requires standing for long shifts and a readiness to assist in various service tasks.