Food Runner-Denver South

Barcelona Wine Bar; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Barcelona Wine Bar in Denver, CO is seeking a friendly Food Runner to assist servers by delivering food promptly, clearing plates, and attending to guest needs throughout each shift. You will communicate with kitchen staff to ensure correct ticket execution, check food for quality, and maintain a tidy expo area and workstations.

Requirements include a High School diploma (or equivalent) and 1–2 years of experience in a fast-paced restaurant; high-volume experience is a plus, and a positive team

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in food service/hospitality.
• High volume restaurant experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Check food for accuracy, presentation and temperature prior to removing it from the window
• Communicate with all parts of the kitchen so food ticket is executed correctly
• Deliver food to tables promptly
• Answer questions about the food if guest asks
• Pre-bus soiled plates from guest tables
• Tidy work stations and expo area
• Understand restaurant layout in order for food to be delivered correctly

Skills

Verbal skills

Menu knowledge

Speed/Timing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

The Food Runner assists servers in delivering food to the proper table at the right time, clearing dirty plates and silverware, responding to other guest needs, and any other tasks that contribute to the smooth flow of the shift.

Responsibilities

• Check food for accuracy, presentation and temperature prior to removing it from the window
• Communicate with all parts of the kitchen so food ticket is executed correctly
• Deliver food to tables promptly
• Answer questions about the food if ask guest asks
• Pre-bus soiled plates from guest tables
• Tidy work stations and expo area
• Understand restaurant layout in order for food to be delivered correctly

Working Conditions

• Stand for the entirety of scheduled shift
• Walk/move around the restaurant for the majority of scheduled shift
• Be able to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Be able to hold warm plates in order to deliver food to guests in a timely fashion

Skills

• Strong verbal skills
• Strong knowledge of menu items
• Ability to move quickly to ensure food is delivered promptly and that food in the window doesn’t sit for longer than expected

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in food service/hospitality field
• High volume restaurant experience is a plus