Food Runner/Cashier/ Busser - Big Buns (Franklin Farms)

Thompson Hospitality; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic restaurant team as a Food Runner, where your role is crucial in delivering exceptional dining experiences. You'll ensure that every dish is perfectly prepared and presented, working closely with the kitchen staff in a fast-paced environment. This position offers the opportunity to thrive in a vibrant atmosphere that values teamwork and exceptional service. With competitive benefits and a commitment to food inclusivity, this is your chance to be part of an organization that celebrates diversity and community engagement. If you have a passion for food and service, we want you on our team!

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

401(k) matched up to 4%

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Pet Insurance

Discounts on Hotels, Travel, Tickets, Restaurants

Discounted Meal Plan for Employees and Relatives

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high energy.

Responsibilities

• Transport dishes safely and efficiently from kitchen to dining area.
• Collaborate with kitchen team for timely food preparation.
• Maintain a clean workspace to uphold food safety standards.

Skills

Effective Communication

High Energy and Stamina

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Flexibility in Shifts

Menu Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to be the engine that keeps our kitchen running smoothly and delivers mouthwatering dishes to our eager guests? As a Food Runner at Big Buns, you'll play a vital role in ensuring that every plate that leaves the kitchen is perfectly prepared and promptly delivered to our guests' tables. Your keen eye for detail and commitment to quality will guarantee that our guests have an unforgettable dining experience. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in delivering exceptional service, join our team and be part of a dynamic restaurant that values food inclusivity and creating delightful moments for our guests.

Competitive Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k), matched up to 4%
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Pet Insurance
• Discounts: Hotels, Travel, Tickets, Restaurants
• Employees and their relatives are eligible for a discounted meal plan at any of our HBCU client locations while they are attending school

Responsibilities

• Collaborate seamlessly with the kitchen team to ensure timely and accurate food preparation.
• Safely and efficiently transport dishes from the kitchen to the dining area.
• Present dishes to guests with precision and attention to detail, following our presentation standards.
• Assist servers with any additional requests or modifications to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Continuously maintain a clean and organized workspace to uphold food safety standards.

Qualifications

• High energy and stamina. Able to work within a fast-paced, highly mobile environment.
• Able to communicate effectively in the primary language of the work.
• Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Able to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends and all holidays.
• Must be able to speak clearly and understand basic English to facilitate the communication process.
• Ability to learn menu items and service procedures.
• This position will spend 100% of the time standing and walking.

Who We Are:

At Big Buns, we believe that great food is meant to be shared, and as a Food Runner, you'll be at the forefront of delivering our delicious creations to our guests. Your passion for exceptional service and dedication to ensuring the perfect dining experience will make Big Buns the go-to destination for food lovers. Join us and be part of a team that values teamwork, exceptional service, and creating lasting memories for our guests.

Thompson Hospitality is the nation’s largest minority-owned food and facilities management company. Our services include hospitality, full dining and quick service restaurants, campus dining, diversity consultation, facility operations, and maintenance management. We are a family-run organization with more than thirty years providing services built on our core mission to provide a positive experience to every relationship we are involved in: one guest, one client, one team member at a time. As a fast-growing company, we have a growth plan to more than double in size over the next three years. We are looking for team members who are interested in developing their careers to the next level while joining our team of over 4,000 employees, serving clients in over 40 states to include more than 1.9 million guests each year. Thompson Hospitality focuses on three core areas in everything we do:

• Purpose: Give back to our communities, Celebrate diversity.
• People: Do the right thing, Treat people the way you want to be treated, Always do your best, Be accountable for our actions.
• Performance: Serve the highest quality food, Provide world-class service, Maintain flexibility to better serve our clients.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.