Food Runner

Burger Burger; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Burger Burger is seeking a Food Runner to help keep the flow between the kitchen and dining room, ensuring meals reach guests promptly and with high presentation standards. You will greet guests warmly and support team coordination.

This role requires punctuality, attention to detail, resilience in a fast paced environment, and the ability to move up to 50 pounds, stand for long shifts, and work flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering food promptly to guests.
• Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to safely transport multiple plates.
• Familiar with restaurant tools and equipment.
• Excellent written and spoken communication.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to stand/walk for the full shift.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Deliver meals to guests promptly and accurately, upholding presentation standards.
• Greet guests warmly to enhance the dining experience.
• Handle guest issues with patience and care until resolved.
• Check orders for special instructions and dietary restrictions before leaving the kitchen.
• Ensure each dish meets restaurant standards for preparation and presentation.
• Relay guest requests or concerns to the appropriate staff with clear communication.
• Follow all service steps and safety procedures, including allergies and special orders.
• Comply with safety and sanitation standards and handbook policies.
• Support team and restaurant operations as needed.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support the team.

Skills

Food delivery

Flexible hours

Safe transport

Tools & equipment

Communication

Multitasking

Physical ability

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Tools

Restaurant tools & equipment

Job description

Benefits:

• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Position Overview:

The Food Runner is crucial in maintaining the flow between the kitchen and the dining room to ensure guests receive their meals as promptly and accurately as possible. This position requires an individual who is efficient, detail-oriented, and dedicated to presenting food according to the highest standards of quality and presentation.

Key Qualifications:

• Proven ability to deliver food promptly and accurately to the correct guests by table and position numbers.
• Available to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Capable of safely transporting multiple plates and beverages in a single trip.
• Skilled in using and operating necessary restaurant tools and equipment efficiently.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken, to effectively follow job instructions.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working in areas with variable noise levels and temperature conditions.
• Physically capable of moving up to 50 pounds and able to stand and walk for an entire shift, including navigating through potentially challenging areas.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional service by ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of food to guests, maintaining high standards of food presentation.
• Greet guests warmly and with a genuine smile, enhancing their dining experience.
• Handle guest issues with sensitivity and patience, ensuring resolution to their satisfaction.
• Thoroughly check each order for special instructions or dietary restrictions before leaving the kitchen.
• Ensure that each dish meets the restaurant's standards for preparation, presentation, and completeness before serving.
• Relay any food-related concerns or guest requests to the appropriate restaurant staff, ensuring clear communication.
• Adhere to all restaurant service steps and procedures, including managing food allergies and special orders.
• Maintain compliance with all safety and sanitation standards.
• Follow all organizational policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook, contributing to a harmonious work environment.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support the team and restaurant operations.