Food Runner: Fast-Paced Kitchen & Service

JO Restaurant Group; Town of Colonie (NY); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision)

HRA option

AFLAC supplemental insurance

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Employee discount

Job summary

JO Restaurant Group is seeking a food runner to act as a liaison between kitchen and dining room staff. You will run hot dishes from the line to servers, ensuring timely delivery and maintaining a clear line for ongoing prep.

You will support the service team by handling orders, following chef directions, and conveying any special instructions or allergies. The role is on-site with weekday schedules and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Outgoing, pleasant personality.
• Neat and professional appearance.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare station with liners, doilies, gravy boats, ramekins, spoons and pizza stands.
• Keep trays clean and lined with linen.
• Assemble food orders accurately for delivery to tables.
• Ensure special instructions are followed (e.g., sauce on side, allergies).
• Place garnishes appropriately on dishes.
• Assist expediter in wiping plates before delivery.
• Page servers to coordinate pickups and upcoming service.
• Call food orders to the line when expediter is unavailable.
• Follow chef directions for all food service tasks.
• Assist servers in carrying food to correct station/table.

Skills

Outgoing personality

Neat appearance

Effective communication

Teamwork

Job description

JO Restaurant Group is seeking a food runner to act as a liaison between kitchen and dining room staff. You will run hot dishes from the line to servers, ensuring timely delivery and maintaining a clear line for ongoing prep.

You will support the service team by handling orders, following chef directions, and conveying any special instructions or allergies. The role is on-site with weekday schedules and competitive benefits.