Food Runner

Shooters Waterfront; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 24,797,000; Full time

Job summary

Shooters Waterfront in Fort Lauderdale is seeking motivated Food Runners and/or Barbacks to join our team. Flexible shifts, great attitude, and contributions to a fun work environment are required.

Reports to the General Manager and duties include assisting with food service, guest care, and maintaining a clean, safe setting. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience; the ability to lift up to 50 lbs; flexible hours including holidays;

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least 1 year of related experience and/or training.
• Flexible hours including mornings, afternoons, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to read and interpret safety rules, operating documents and event orders.
• Reliable transportation and strong attendance are essential.
• Willingness to learn banquet event programs and services.
• Ability to work well under pressure and in team environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and serving of foods in assigned area(s).
• Deliver beverages and food to guests and coordinate with servers and kitchen.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment and present a neat appearance.
• Stock supplies and support both FOH and BOH priorities.
• Follow managers' directions and work cohesively with team members.
• Remain flexible to assist in other departments as requested.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Read safety rules

Flexibility

Under pressure

Attendance

Reliable transportation

Banquet event programs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Overview

Shooters Waterfront is seeking motivated Food Runners and or Barbacks to join their accomplished team. Flexible shifts are required, and candidates must possess a great attitude and contribute to the overall fun work environment at Shooters.

Reports to

General Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists with preparation and serving of foods in assigned area(s).
• Treat guests with a sense of caring and individuality while effectively identifying their specific needs.
• Inform management of guest needs that may require special accommodations.
• Show special recognition of frequent Guests.
• Maintain a safe, clean and comfortable environment for guests at all times.
• Present a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance at all times.
• Maintain constant awareness of services, promotions, and events.
• Inspect and ensure a clean, safe working environment, notify appropriate departments to handle deficient situations.
• Ability to work mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to deliver food to guests by working with servers and the kitchen to ensure plates in the window match ticket orders before they go to the table checking especially for consistency and modifications.
• Possess the ability to confidently describe and sell all items on the food and beverage menus.
• Delivers beverages and food efficiently and maintains engagement to ensure a positive experience.
• High production standards including, consistency, firmness, and temperature of food.
• Ensures food is cooked to standards and guests’ specifications.
• Ensure proper plate presentation, portioning, and recipe adherence.
• Cleans and prepares tables for new guests.
• Supports restaurant maintenance by stocking supplies and keeping a clean and organized environment.
• Practices teamwork during all shifts and supports both FOH and BOH priorities.
• Works cohesively with all Team Members.
• Follows the direction of the Managers on duty.
• Remain in stationary and mobile position throughout the work shift.
• Satisfactorily communicate with guests, management and co-workers to their understanding.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications/Skills

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of one year of related experience and/or training.
• Frequently lift/carry up to 25 lbs., occasionally lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Candidates must be available to work flexible hours including morning, afternoons, evening, nights, weekends and or holidays.
• Must possess a willingness to learn and perform new banquet event programs and services.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, food tickets. and event orders.
• Must possess reliable transportation.
• Reliable, consistent work attendance is a requirement and essential function of this position.
• Flexible to assist in other departments as requested.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Shooters Waterfront is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.