Food Runner

Huey's Restaurant; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Company parties

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Huey''s Restaurant is seeking a conscientious Food Runner to be the vital link between the kitchen and dining room, delivering meals quickly, accurately, and with friendly service. You will assist guests and servers, keep stations clean, restock supplies, and help create a positive dining experience during busy periods.

Responsibilities include verifying food quality and presentation before leaving the kitchen, communicating issues to the kitchen or management, greeting and seating guests when

Qualifications

• Good communication and teamwork required.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced restaurant.
• Attention to detail and guest satisfaction focus.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and lift up to 30 pounds.
• Previous restaurant experience is preferred but not required.
• Alcohol service certification as required by state/regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food to guests accurately and promptly.
• Verify food quality and presentation before leaving kitchen.
• Communicate issues or modifications to kitchen and management.
• Maintain knowledge of menu items and daily specials.
• Assist servers by refilling beverages and delivering condiments.
• Greet and seat guests when needed.
• Bus and reset tables; keep dining room clean.
• Monitor dining room cleanliness and restrooms.
• Restock supplies and complete assigned side work.
• Maintain urgency during busy periods with friendly service.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Food service basics

Alcohol certification

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Company parties
• Flexible schedule

The Food Runner plays a vital role in ensuring guests receive their meals quickly, accurately, and with exceptional service. This position serves as the link between the kitchen and dining room by delivering food, assisting guests and servers, maintaining cleanliness, and helping create a positive dining experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver food to guests accurately and in a timely manner.
• Verify food quality, presentation, and accuracy before leaving the kitchen.
• Communicate any food issues, modifications, or concerns to the kitchen and management team.
• Maintain knowledge of all menu items, daily specials, and food presentations.
• Assist servers by refilling beverages, delivering sauces and condiments, and responding to guest requests.
• Help greet and seat guests when needed.
• Bus and reset tables to maintain a clean and organized dining room.
• Monitor dining room cleanliness, including floors, service stations, and restrooms.
• Restock supplies, fill ice bins, and complete assigned side work.
• Maintain a sense of urgency during busy periods while providing friendly and professional service.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to guest satisfaction.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry trays, food baskets, and supplies weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Previous restaurant experience is preferred but not required.
• Must meet all state and company requirements for alcohol service certification when applicable.

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking throughout the shift.
• Frequent bending, lifting, reaching, and carrying trays.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.