FOOD RUNNER

Elephanterestaurants; Scottsdale, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Opportunities for growth

Employee dining benefits

Job summary

Èlephante in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a Food & Drink Runner to join our fast-paced, high-energy team. The role delivers food and beverages quickly, ensures accuracy, and supports service flow in a destination Italian dining environment.

We offer $12.15 per hour plus tips, flexible scheduling, employee dining benefits, and opportunities for growth within our hospitality group. Nights, weekends and holidays availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous food runner, drink runner, busser, or restaurant support experience preferred.
• Experience in high-volume restaurants strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently during busy services.
• Availability to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food and beverages from the kitchen and bar to guests quickly and accurately.
• Ensure dishes and drinks are presented correctly and match tickets before leaving the pass.
• Communicate with kitchen, bar, and service teams to maintain smooth service flow.
• Describe dishes and drinks when delivering to guests when appropriate.
• Assist with clearing plates and maintaining table presentation as needed.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of service stations and expo areas.
• Assist with opening and closing side work.

Skills

Food runner experience

High-volume restaurant experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Stand/walk for extended periods

Job description

Description

Food & Drink Runner

Èlephante – Scottsdale, AZ
$12.15 per hour + tips

Èlephante is seeking Food & Drink Runners to join our team in Scottsdale.

Èlephante is a coastal Italian restaurant known for its elevated dining experience, vibrant atmosphere, and high-energy service style. As a destination restaurant, our runners play a critical role in ensuring food and beverages are delivered quickly, accurately, and with attention to presentation in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

We are looking for team members who are energetic, detail-oriented, and thrive under pressure, with a strong sense of urgency and teamwork.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous food runner, drink runner, busser, or restaurant support experience preferred
• Experience in high-volume restaurants strongly preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently during busy services
• Positive attitude and strong sense of urgency
• Ability to carry multiple plates and stand/walk for extended periods
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Deliver food and beverages from the kitchen and bar to guests quickly and accurately
• Ensure dishes and drinks are presented correctly and match tickets before leaving the pass
• Communicate with kitchen, bar, and service teams to maintain smooth service flow
• Describe dishes and drinks when delivering to guests when appropriate
• Assist with clearing plates and maintaining table presentation as needed
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of service stations and expo areas
• Assist with opening and closing side work

Compensation & Benefits

• $12.15 per hour + tips
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunities for growth within a growing hospitality group
• Employee dining benefits

Join a team that prides itself on teamwork, efficiency, and delivering a high-level guest experience in a high-energy, destination dining environment.

Èlephante is an equal opportunity employer.