Food Runner

The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel; Kennebunkport (ME); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee discounts

401k match

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel’s The Boathouse Restaurant seeks a motivated Food Runner to join our front-of-house team in Kennebunkport, ME. You’ll ensure timely, accurate plate delivery and act as a liaison between kitchen and servers to uphold an exceptional dining experience.

In a lively, fast-paced setting along the Kennebunk River, you’ll collaborate with a close-knit team, maintain expo line cleanliness, and assist during rush hours while providing friendly guest service and support to

Responsibilities

• Deliver food from the kitchen to tables
• Ensure accuracy of dishes being delivered to the correct tables and guests
• Communicating with kitchen to act as a liaison between the front of house and kitchen staff, relaying any special requests or modifications to ensure customer preferences are met
• During peak/busy hours, occasionally helping servers with bussing tables, bringing glassware to the bar, and rolling silverware
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the expo line and food running stations
• Answer guest questions or refer them to the appropriate team member

Job description

The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel
21 Ocean Ave
Kennebunkport, ME 04046, USA

Description

The Boathouse Restaurant, is seeking a motivated and energetic Food Runner to join our front-of-house team. The Boathouse Restaurant is the liveliest gathering place in Kennebunkport, mixing creative craft cocktails with fresh Maine flavors and great times on the Kennebunk River.

As a Food Runner, you’ll play a key role in delivering an exceptional dining experience by ensuring that every dish is presented promptly and accurately. If you’re passionate about hospitality, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy working with a close-knit team, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver food from the kitchen to tables
• Ensure accuracy of dishes being delivered to the correct tables and guests
• Communicating with kitchen to act as a liaison between the front of house and kitchen staff, relaying any special requests or modifications to ensure customer preferences are met
• During peak/busy hours, occasionally helping servers with bussing tables, bringing glassware to the bar, and rolling silverware
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the expo line and food running stations
• Answer guest questions or refer them to the appropriate team member

About Kennebunkport Resort Collection: The Kennebunkport Resort Collection is a portfolio of diverse, luxurious lodging and dining options offering stylish and unique hospitality in Kennebunk and Kennebunkport. Our growing hospitality group includes Hidden Pond//Earth at Hidden Pond, Tides Beach Club, Cape Arundel Inn & Resort//Ocean Restaurant, Kennebunkport Inn//The Burleigh Restaurant, Cottages at Cabot Cove, The Grand Hotel//Rosella, The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Restaurant, Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club, and Lodge on the Cove//The Dory.

KRC is proud to offer competitive wellness options and perks for both part-time and full-time employees.

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-funded $25K in complimentary life insurance and $1K/mo. in disability
• Optional Disability, Life and AD&D, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance options
• Additional Health & Wellness benefits including prescription and gym membership discounts
• Flexible and understanding work-life equality
• Family Matters Program of 3+ months paid parental leave for new parents
• 401k employer match, up to 4% of salary
• Competitive wages with ongoing market analysis with annual performance evaluations and compensation adjustments
• Discounted employee and immediate family hotel rates as low as $59 per night at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations
• Food and Beverage discount of 50% Off at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations
• Gold Card annual complimentary restaurant allowance for managers
• Discounted lodging rates from New England Inn & Resort Association partners
• Pathways for growth and professional development including training and tuition reimbursement
• Relocation assistance to temporary employer housing
• Incentive opportunities for both hourly and managerial roles
• Company-funded Employee Assistance Program for life and mental health resources

Why Join our team? Join our community of ambitious, thoughtful, and dedicated hospitality professionals delivering exceptional guest experiences. At Kennebunkport Resort Collection, we encourage creativity, ownership, and problem-solving at all levels of our organization, and we are committed to weaving diversity, equity, and inclusion into every aspect of our business.

As a Kennebunkport Resort Collection employee, we welcome you to join us in making a community impact. Our KRC Cares team partners with community leaders and like-minded businesses to advance our community services, such as toy drives, beach cleanups, and other charitable causes around the community. Our Community Impact project allows a 1% Impact Fee to be donated to hand-picked local organizations focusing on affordable housing, protecting wildlife habitats, and creating spaces for the youth of our community.

Kennebunkport Resort Collection offers customized learning opportunities for all employees. We work to carve out a path for internal leaders with motivated career goals. Annual conferences, mentorships, scholastic reimbursements, internships, and company-funded leadership development opportunities are just some of the ways we support our associates.

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