Food Runner

Riverside - Rosa Mexicano; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining discounts

Commuter benefits

Health coverage options

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Rosa Mexicano in Hackensack, NJ is seeking a Food Runner to contribute to a vibrant dining team. You will help deliver the guest experience, assist servers, and ensure dishes reach guests promptly with correct presentation.

The role emphasizes warm hospitality, attentiveness, and teamwork in a fast-paced setting, with opportunities for growth and dining discounts. Training will include service steps and accuracy in meal delivery.

Qualifications

• Guest service experience is preferred.
• Ability to multitask while staying organized.
• Ability to stand on your feet through a shift.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and contribute to a warm Latin hospitality.
• Help deliver the culinary experience by serving dishes promptly and correctly.
• Follow service steps and maintain expo area cleanliness and organization.
• Ensure food arrives promptly, at the right temperature, and with proper presentation.
• Communicate effectively between dining room and kitchen to support service flow.
• Support turnover of tables and maintain sanitation standards.

Skills

Guest service

Multi-tasking

Stand for shift

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION | FOOD RUNNER

Are you ready to work where every shift feels like a celebration? At Rosa Mexicano, we combine the vibrant spirit of Mexico with an elevated dining experience — and we’re looking for passionate, upbeat Food Runners to join our team!

If you thrive in a fast‑paced, fun environment and love creating memorable moments for guests, this is your chance to shine. Bring your energy, hospitality, and smile — we’ll provide the rest!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• A culture that celebrates teamwork, diversity, and genuine hospitality


• Great earning potential and career growth opportunities


• Dining discounts for you (and your favorite people!)


• Commuter benefits & health coverage options


• A place where your personality matters as much as your skills

What You’ll Do

• We believe in Warm Latin Hospitality, welcome every guest like they’re walking into your home


• Serve up the best part of the guest experience – the culinary experience


• Follow our Service Steps as outlined


• Double check each dish at Exp o for accuracy, special requests, and timing


• Garnish and finish every plate before it leaves the kitchen, following our recipe specs


• Move with purpose and positivity, staying calm and focused even when the restaurant is buzzing


• Ensure food arrives promptly, presented by seat numbers, and at the right temperature


• Maintain all Health and Sanitation Standards


• Keep a \"never walk past a napkin on the floor\" mentality


• Act as the link between the dining room and the kitchen, communicating effectively


• Work with Chef and the kitchen to maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked expo area so the kitchen runs efficiently through every rush


• Quickly clean and turnover tables to maintain dining room efficiency


• Handle glassware, silverware, and plateware with care


• Participate in pre-shifts, trainings, and team meetings — because we grow together


• Work together with your teammates to keep the energy high and the service seamless — at Rosa Mexicano, teamwork is always on the menu

Interested?

Walk in any day of the week between lunch and dinner service (2-5 PM) Ask for a manager; we never miss the chance to meet top talent.

Skills and Qualifications

• Guest Service Experience - 1 Year preferred


• Ability to multi-task while staying organized


• Ability to stand on your feet through a shift


• High School Degree or GED required

COMPETITIVE PAY

Consistent with experience

Supplemental Pay

Tips

Rosa Mexicano provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Compensation: Minimum Wage