Host/Food Runner

30hop American Bar & Kitchen; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining discount for you and guests

Employee Assistance Program

Discount at Craft Concepts restaurants

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

30hop Restaurant & Bar in Ankeny, IA is seeking Part-Time Hosts/Food Runners. If you are friendly and reliable, you’ll help keep service running smoothly in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.

Compensation starts at $8.10/hour plus tips, with tip payouts the next morning. Part-time shifts on Fridays and Saturdays, plus dining discounts and employee perks are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast paced hospitality environment.
• Friendly, positive, and guest focused attitude.
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities during busy shifts.
• Team oriented mindset with willingness to support restaurant operations.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming first impression by greeting and assisting guests with enthusiasm and professionalism.
• Seat guests efficiently while managing restaurant flow and waitlists.
• Provide accurate wait time estimates and communicate updates clearly to guests.
• Coordinate seating arrangements to maximize dining room efficiency.
• Support smooth transitions between the host stand, dining room, and service teams.
• Assist with reservations, phone inquiries, and to-go orders.
• Reset and maintain tables and dining areas throughout service.
• Monitor restroom cleanliness and overall guest-facing areas.
• Deliver food to guests accurately while maintaining presentation standards.
• Communicate with kitchen and service teams to ensure timely food delivery.
• Assist fellow team members to help maintain efficient restaurant operations.
• Support opening, closing, and additional operational duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong time management

Multitasking abilities

Hospitality demeanor

Organizational skills

Teamwork & communication

Job description

30hop Restaurant & Bar is hiring Part-Time Hosts/Food Runners in Ankeny, IA! If you're friendly, reliable, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this is a great opportunity to join a team that values hospitality, teamwork, and creating memorable Guest experiences. Every shift is different, and you'll play an important role in keeping service running smoothly.

30hop is a full-service American restaurant and bar with locations across Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska. We’re known for great food, craft beer, and a fun, welcoming atmosphere. Our teams are at the heart of what we do and help create a great experience for our Guests every day.

Compensation for fully trained Hosts/Food Runners starts at $8.10/hour plus tips, with tip payouts distributed the following morning.

Schedule

• Part-time opportunities available
• Must be available to work Fridays and Saturdays

Part-time Benefits

• 25% dining discount for you and up to seven guests
• Employee Assistance Program offering six confidential counseling sessions per issue, per year
• 25% discount at more than 25 Craft Concepts restaurants throughout Iowa, Omaha, Kansas City, and Missouri for you and one guest (Sunday-Thursday)
• Employee appreciation events and celebrations

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming first impression by greeting and assisting guests with enthusiasm and professionalism
• Seat guests efficiently while managing restaurant flow and waitlists
• Provide accurate wait time estimates and communicate updates clearly to guests
• Coordinate seating arrangements to maximize dining room efficiency
• Support smooth transitions between the host stand, dining room, and service teams
• Assist with reservations, phone inquiries, and to-go orders
• Reset and maintain tables and dining areas throughout service
• Monitor restroom cleanliness and overall guest-facing areas
• Deliver food to guests accurately while maintaining presentation standards
• Communicate with kitchen and service teams to ensure timely food delivery
• Assist fellow team members to help maintain efficient restaurant operations
• Support opening, closing, and additional operational duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Comfortable working in a fast paced hospitality environment
• Friendly, positive, and guest focused attitude
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities during busy shifts
• Team oriented mindset with willingness to support restaurant operations
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Skills

• Strong time management and multitasking abilities
• Professional and hospitality driven demeanor
• Ability to stay organized in high volume environments
• Problem solving and guest service skills
• Strong teamwork and communication abilities
• 30hop Restaurant & Bar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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