Food Runner

The h.wood Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and Vision insurance with company contribution

Job summary

An upscale hospitality company is seeking Food Runners for Delilah Dallas. The role involves ensuring swift service from the kitchen to the table, maintaining food quality, and supporting restaurant operations. Candidates should have strong communication skills, relevant experience, and be able to handle a fast-paced environment. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old.
• Must have a valid and current TX Food Handlers Certification.
• Proven experience as food runner, expo, or other restaurant position.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the efficient flow of orders from the waiters to the kitchen.
• Deliver orders to maintain fast service.
• Support other tasks as needed (e.g., telephone orders).

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking abilities

Customer-oriented

Job description

The h.wood Group is a Los Angeles based hospitality and lifestyle company with a diversified portfolio of upscale nightlife & restaurant concepts. The company is responsible for some of the most iconic brands in the world, including Delilah, The Nice Guy, and Bootsy Bellows, among many others. In addition to hospitality concepts, The h.wood Group offers corporate branding, catering, event production and marketing services. We are committed to providing a warm, inviting, and uniquely lavish experience for our diverse clientele. Our company is built on integrity, creating the world’s best restaurants, nightlife, and events.

ROLE SUMMARY:

Opening this Fall, Delilah Dallas is seeking Food Runners to play a key role in maintaining smooth kitchen-to-table service and upholding food quality standards. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and prior experience in a fast-paced, fine dining environment. Open availability is preferred.

We will begin interviewing during the last week of July.

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)

REQUIREMENTS:

Must be 21+ years old.

Must have a valid and current TX Food Handlers Certification

Proven experience as food runner, expo, or other restaurant position.

Understanding of health and safety rules in a restaurant.

Dexterity in using kitchen equipment or utensils.

Outstanding coordination and multi-tasking abilities.

A customer-oriented approach.

Great physical endurance.

Must be able to stand during entire shift, often up to 8 hours with frequent bending, squatting, and lifting plates, boxes, and objects up to 30lbs.

PERKS:

Dental and Vision insurance with company contribution offered the first of the month after 60 days of employment.