Food Runner

Scale by 3; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable dining establishment in Las Vegas, NV, is seeking an Expo/Food Runner to ensure the efficient flow of food from the kitchen to the dining area. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include delivering food to guests, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring high service standards. Candidates should be at least 16 years old with weekend availability. Experience in a high-volume restaurant setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long periods.
• Experience in a high-volume restaurant setting is preferred.
• Authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Ensure dishes meet quality standards before delivery.
• Deliver food orders to tables promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in work areas.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to lift 40 lbs

Bilingual proficiency

Job description

Description

The Expo/Food Runner plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient flow of food from the kitchen to the dining area. This position requires a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. They collaborate with the kitchen staff, servers, and management to ensure timely and accurate delivery to orders of guests. Because the Expo/Food Runners interact directly with guests, it is important that they be friendly, upbeat, and able to communicate effectively.

Key duties and Responsibilities

• Work in a fast-paced, noisy environment
• Assist with beverage preparation
• Communicate effectively, respectfully, and professionally with coworkers, management, and guests
• Ensure dishes meet presentation, accuracy and food quality standards before leaving the kitchen and delivering to guests
• Address discrepancies promptly with the appropriate staff member
• Garnish plates according to company standards and guidelines
• Deliver food orders to tables promptly, connecting with guests to ensure satisfaction
• Package to-go orders according to company standards and guidelines
• Respond appropriately to guest requests and concerns, communicating them to servers or management as deemed appropriate
• Prepare, stock and maintain sufficient levels of food and packaging products for smooth service
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in work areas during and after service
• Follow verbal and written instructions from the management team
• Performs opening and closing duties, as needed, assisting with cleaning, stocking, etc
• Assist in additional tasks and deep cleaning projects as directed by management

Requirements

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and lift up to 40 lbs several times a day
• Ability to be standing for long periods of time
• Previous experience in a high volume restaurant setting is preferred
• Flexibility to work in varying conditions
• Weekend and holiday availability is required
• At least 16 years of age
• Authorized to work in the US
• Bilingual proficiency is preferred
• Kitchen staff are strongly encouraged to apply