Food Runner

Coma Coffee Roasters; Osage Beach (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts on food, drinks, &

Lake views

Fun, lively environment

Job summary

Shorty Pants Lounge in Osage Beach, MO is seeking a dependable Food Runner to deliver dishes quickly and accurately, ensuring guests enjoy the Shorty Pants experience from the moment food hits the table.

In a fast-paced, high-volume setting, you will deliver orders from kitchen to guests, check garnishes and temperatures, assist servers, and help with bussing and table resets. You must stay energetic, reliable, and able to stand long shifts with up to 30 lbs lift.

Qualifications

• Deliver food orders from kitchen to guests promptly and accurately.
• Check garnishes, sides, and temperatures to ensure quality.
• Assist servers with guest needs (extra sauces, refills).
• Communicate clearly with kitchen and FOH to keep service flowing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food orders from kitchen to guests promptly and accurately.
• Ensure plates are delivered with correct garnishes, sides, and temperatures.
• Assist servers by checking in with guests for basic needs (extra sauces, refills, etc.)
• Communicate clearly with the kitchen and FOH staff to keep service flowing smoothly.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in expo and service areas.
• Step in to support bussing and resetting tables when needed.

Skills

Fast, reliable, and detail-oriented

Ability to balance multiple plates

Strong communicator with BOH and FOH

Energetic in fast-paced environment

Stamina to stand long shifts and lift

Job description

Shorty Pants Lounge is the Lake’s go-to spot for Cajun flavors, live entertainment, and unbeatable waterfront dining. With a lively, high-energy atmosphere, we’re looking for a dependable Food Runner to help deliver dishes quickly and accurately, ensuring every guest enjoys the Shorty Pants experience from the moment their food hits the table.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver food orders from the kitchen to guests promptly and accurately

• Ensure plates are delivered with correct garnishes, sides, and temperatures

• Assist servers by checking in with guests for basic needs (extra sauces, refills, etc.)

• Communicate clearly with the kitchen and FOH staff to keep service flowing smoothly

• Maintain cleanliness and organization in expo and service areas

• Step in to support bussing and resetting tables when needed

Who You Are

• Fast, reliable, and detail-oriented

• Able to balance multiple plates and handle food carefully

• Strong communicator who works well with both BOH and FOH teams

• Energetic and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant

• Physically able to be on your feet for long shifts and lift up to 30 lbs

Why Join Shorty Pants

• Work in a fun, lively environment with Cajun food, cocktails, and lake views

• Be part of a supportive, team-first atmosphere

• Gain experience that can lead to server or bartender positions

• Employee discounts on food, drinks, and more