Food Runner -Jaya

The Setai Hotels; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Uniforms Provided

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Setai is seeking a Food Runner for its Jaya Team to support servers, deliver orders, and uphold exceptional guest service in a renowned oceanfront setting.

Ideal candidates communicate clearly in English, work well in a fast-paced outdoor environment, and maintain the grace and professionalism expected at The Setai.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in English and able to communicate clearly.
• Prior food runner or busser experience in a luxury hotel is preferred.
• Strong teamwork, attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food to tables accurately and promptly.
• Support servers and maintain guest service standards.
• Explain menu items and accommodate allergies when possible.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of service areas.
• Attend daily briefings and adhere to uniform standards.

Skills

Fluent in English

Communication skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

The hotel is not able to assist candidates in obtaining work authorization documents.

Food Runner – Jaya Team

The Setai

Arrive at a place that embraces you in its serenity. That whispers with an unmistakable imprint of grace and timelessness. That is a melding of inspiration and location.

The Setai offers a refreshing balance between the sizzling South Beach scene and a serene tropical hideaway. The luxurious oceanfront environment combines the Asian traditions of simplicity and elegance with the Art Deco history of South Beach to create an intimate, private world coveted by discerning travelers.

A melding of inspiration and setting, The Setai embraces in its serenity while connecting guests with what has always been the area’s greatest attraction: the beach, the sun, the culture, and the nightlife.

Position Summary

The Food Runnerplaysan essential role in delivering a seamless dining experience. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organizational skills, work efficiently in a fast-paced outdoor setting, and maintain the grace and professionalism synonymous with The Setai. This individual ensures timely and accurate delivery of food orders, supports servers, and helps uphold the highest standards of guest service and presentation.

Essential Job Functions

• Exemplifies commitment to The Setai’s mission of Total Guest Satisfaction.
• Consistently offers professional, friendly and warm hospitality to all guests.
• Explains the menu in detail including any changes or specialties of the day.
• Exhibits excellent knowledge of menu items and has ability to offer enticing descriptions.
• Intelligently answers guests’ questions concerning ingredients, preparation methods, etc., especially as pertains to food allergies.
• Delivers food to guest tables demonstrating evident care and professionalism.
• Ensures that tables are completely and properly set before each course is served.
• Takes inventory of chinaware, glassware and flatware before and after each shift.
• Continually communicates needed information to servers and other restaurant staff.
• Checks side stations to ensure they are prepared before each shift.
• Attends daily briefings, meetings and training as required
• Reports to work at the scheduled time, neatly groomed and in the correct uniform

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a food runner or busser in a fine dining or luxury hotel environment highly preferred.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining composure.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to exceptional service.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Must be fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Must have valid authorization to work in the United States.

What We Offer

The Setai recognizes that employee benefits are an important component of total compensation. We are pleased to offer a competitive benefit package for all full-time employees, including programs unique to our hotel:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Bereavement and Jury Duty Pay
• Food & Beverage and Spa Discounts
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition ReimbursementDuty Meals
• Uniforms and Uniform Maintenance

EOE/DFWP

Parking privileges are not offered with this position.

The above represents an example of benefits offered at The Setai. Not all benefits are guaranteed and are subject to change. A full listing of benefits will be provided upon hire as outlined in our Employee Handbook.

This is a non-management position
This is a full time position