Food Runner - Seaport Grille

Seaport Grille; Gloucester (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Seaport Grille in Gloucester, MA seeks a reliable Food Runner to join a fast-paced restaurant team. You will help deliver food promptly, support servers, clear and reset tables, and maintain a clean, welcoming dining room. Weekend and holiday availability is required.

The ideal candidate is dependable, energetic, and focused on teamwork. Prior experience in a Full-Service environment is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to stand for 8 hours and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience in a Full-Service restaurant preferred but not required.
• Clear English communication and teamwork-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate food orders to ensure timely delivery to each table.
• Assist in delivering high-quality food and guest experience.
• Answer questions about dishes and maintain station cleanliness.
• Transport dirty dishes to the wash area and keep work areas organized.
• Participate in staff meetings and support team as needed.

Skills

Stamina

English communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High School/GED

Tools

POS Systems

Job description

• Job Tracking ID:512881-914849
• Job Location:Gloucester, MA
• Job Level:Entry Level (less than 2 years)
• Level of Education:High School/GED
• Job Type:Full-Time/Regular
• Date Updated:09/01/2026
• Years of Experience:Less Than 1 Year
• Starting Date:09/01/2026
• Application:[e-mail]

Seaport Grille is looking for a reliable, hardworking Food Runner whoenjoys being part of a team and thrives in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Food Runners play an important role in keeping the dining roomrunning smoothly. You’ll help get great food to the right table at theright time, support our servers during busy shifts, and help create awelcoming experience for every guest. You’ll deliver food quickly andaccurately, clear and reset tables, work closely with servers andkitchen staff, and stay organized and composed when things get busy.You’ll also help maintain a clean, and inviting dining room whilebringing a friendly attitude and a willingness to jump in wherever needed.

If you’re dependable, energetic, and enjoy the pace and teamwork of abusy restaurant, we’d love to have you on the team.

Weekend and holiday availability is required.

Experience:

Preferred experience of one (1) or more years in a Full-ServiceRestaurant, with a combination of previous Food & Beverage experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinate food orders to ensure timely and efficient delivery toeach table.
• Assist in providing a superior guest experience in deliveringhigh-quality food items.
• Respond to questions with informed answers of each dish.
• Maintain stock and cleanliness of stations for all meal periodswith necessary equipment including silverware and condiments.
• Work in a team to serve guests with water, breads and butter tobegin their dining experience and replenish as necessary.
• Complete designated side work efficiently and thoroughly.
• Practice cleanliness and safety in all dining areas.
• Assist in transporting all dirty tableware from dining room todishwashing area for proper cleaning.
• Participate in daily staff meetings and department training meetings.
• Assist team members as needed to promote a teamwork environment.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand for 8 hours’ length of time
• Ability to walk and/or stand approximately 90% of shift
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular and continuous basis.
• Requires a working knowledge of Food & Beverage service.
• Familiarity with industry relevant Point of Sales systems.
• Ability to practice and adhere to all safety requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language. Asecond language is desirable.
• The base wage of $15/hr plus tips is calculated upon historicalaverages and seasonality with total compensation typically rangingbetween $17-$20/hr.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Work will primarily take place in the Restaurant, Front and Backof house areas, and Food & Beverage service areas.
• Interior and Exterior of the Restaurant, exposure to sun, heat,cold and changing weather conditions.

The Beauport Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regards to race, color,national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexualorientation, veteran status, or any other status or characteristicprotected by law.