Food Runner

Chama Mama; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Chama Mama, a cozy family restaurant, seeks a Food Runner to ensure timely and accurate food delivery. This entry-level role requires good communication and strong customer service skills, working in a fast-paced environment to deliver an exceptional dining experience. The position offers a base pay of $11.00/hr.

Qualifications

• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Ability to perform and thrive in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Clear and clean tables promptly after guests leave.
• Deliver food and beverages to tables.
• Maintain a clean and organized dining area.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Organization

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

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Base pay range

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About Chama Mama:

Chama mama is a collection of cozy family restaurants that pays tribute to the Georgian culture and way of life. Our menu is reflective of the diverse influences that have shaped the Georgian nation and is informed by the home-made traditions of an authentically artisanal culture. We proudly subscribe to that most quintessential Georgian proverb: "a guest is a gift from God" and view hospitality as a vocation - not as an industry. We aim to surprise and delight, to connect and enlighten. After all, it's the Georgian way.

General Overview:

Runners are responsible for ensuring guests’ food is brought out to them with accuracy, the proper temperature, and within a timely manner.

General Duties & Responsibilities:

• Clear and clean tables promptly after guests leave to prepare for new arrivals.
• Reset tables with clean utensils, napkins, and condiments to ensure a polished dining experience.
• Refill water glasses and offer water upon guests' arrival.
• Assist guests with special requests, such as providing highchairs, extra napkins, or other needs.
• Proactively address customer needs and communicate feedback to servers or managers.
• Maintain a clean and organized dining area by promptly clearing debris and addressing spills.
• Sweep and mop floors, empty trash bins, and dispose of waste as required.
• Replenish tabletop supplies, including napkins and condiments, to ensure readiness for service.
• Deliver food and beverages to tables, assisting servers during busy periods.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen and bar staff to ensure timely and accurate food delivery.
• Work closely with hosts/hostesses to manage seating arrangements and optimize customer flow.
• Collaborate with the team to create a seamless and efficient dining experience for guests.
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines, maintaining high standards of sanitation and hygiene throughout the dining area.
  
  

Requirements:

• May be required to lift, carry, push, or pull heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Flexible work schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to walk, stand, and/or bend continuously and for extended periods as required to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to perform and thrive in fast-paced environment.
• The ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal direction.
• The ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Able to approach their work with a sense of ownership and urgency.
• High school diploma or GED preferred
  
  

Chama Mama is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under local, state, or federal law. This policy extends to all aspects of employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Customer Service

• Industries

  Restaurants

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