Food Runner

Homebase, Inc.; Orono (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Lake Room in Orono, MN is seeking an Expo/Food Runner to join our team. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and enjoy working with people, this role offers a dynamic entry point into hospitality, with opportunities to learn and grow.

As part of the expo team, you will coordinate orders, deliver dishes with care, communicate with front-of-house and kitchen staff, keep areas clean, and assist with additional tasks to ensure a memorable dining experience for guests.

Qualifications

• Energetic, team-oriented, detail-oriented, and able to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate food orders between kitchen and dining area to ensure timely service.
• Deliver dishes to tables promptly while maintaining presentation.
• Communicate with servers and kitchen staff to guarantee smooth service flow.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in expo and food service areas.
• Assist with additional tasks to support the team and guest experience.

Skills

Energetic

Team-oriented

Detail-oriented

Excellent communicators

Job description

Join The Lake Room Team as an Expo/Food Runner!

Looking for an exciting opportunity in the restaurant world? The Lake Room, located in beautiful Orono, MN, is searching for a dedicated and energetic Expo/Food Runner to join our team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love working with people, this could be the perfect role for you!

What You'll Be Doing:

As an Expo/Food Runner at The Lake Room, you'll play a key role in ensuring our guests have an exceptional dining experience. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating food orders between the kitchen and the dining area to ensure timely and accurate service.
• Delivering dishes to tables promptly and with care, ensuring presentation meets our high standards.
• Communicating effectively with servers and kitchen staff to guarantee smooth service flow.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization in the expo and food service areas.
• Assisting with additional tasks as needed to support the team and enhance the guest experience.

What We're Looking For:

We’re seeking individuals who are:

• Energetic and team-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Detail-oriented and able to stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communicators, capable of working collaboratively with the front-of-house and kitchen teams.
• Open to all levels of experience—no prior experience is required! We’re happy to train the right candidate.

Why Join The Lake Room?

At The Lake Room, we’re passionate about creating memorable dining experiences for our guests. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• A supportive and friendly work environment.
• The opportunity to grow and learn in the hospitality industry.
• Being part of a locally-loved restaurant that values quality and teamwork.