Food Runner - Tipped position

El-Five; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

ESOP

Paid leave

Employee discount

Family meal provided during shifts

Job summary

El Five, perched on the fifth floor above LoHi at 2930 Umatilla, offers tapas and small plates inspired by Spain, North Africa and the Middle East, with stunning city views.

In year 1, employees earn between $25–$29 per hour with tips included; base wage is $19.29/hour plus tips via a tip pool. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, life insurance, 401(k) with match, ESOP, paid leave, and employee meals.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a high volume restaurant environment.
• Willingness to learn and manage extensive ingredient and product knowledge.
• Desire to learn and work multiple positions over time.
• Flexibility to operate in changing service environments with diverse guest expectations.
• Committed to sustainable waste practices.
• Energy and a positive attitude.
• Works well both collaboratively and individually.

Skills

High-volume service

Ingredient knowledge

Willingness to learn

Multi-position flexibility

Team player

Positive attitude

Sustainability mindset

Job description

Description

Nestled high above LoHi on the fifth floor of 2930 Umatilla, El Five boasts spectacular, unobstructed views of the downtown Denver skyline. The menu pays tribute to Spain and the Mediterranean, featuring tapas & small plates built on bold flavors found throughout the region: Spain, North Africa, the Middle East. Inside, the highlight of the space is a large, open-air patio to enjoy incredible views of the Denver skyline.

In year 1 earn between $25–$29* per hour on average ( with tips included). Wages go higher from there based on tenure and proficiency.

*Base wage of $19.29/hour plus tips through a tip pool system. Tips are shared across the team and added to your hourly pay

Employee Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package to support you both in and out of work:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (available for employees working 4+ shifts per week; eligible after 6 months)
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with a 4% safe harbor match (eligible after 1 year)
• JOON wellness benefit
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) with share vesting based on tenure (see below)
• Paid leave
• Employee discount
• Family meal provided during shifts

Qualifications/Skills:

• Ability to work in a high volume restaurant environment
• Willingness to learn, manage, and communicate extensive ingredient & product knowledge
• Desire and ability to learn & work multiple positions over time
• Flexibility to operate comfortably in changing and fluid service environments with a broad range of guest expectations, from casual to fine dining
• Committed to sustainable waste practices
• Mindest around learning and personal development
• Brings energy and a positive attitude
• Works well collaboratively and individually