Part-Time Food Runner

La Condesa; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Discounts at restaurants

401K matching

Paid holidays

Discounts at shops and hotels

Job summary

La Condesa in downtown Austin is seeking a PART-TIME Food Runner to support the service team by delivering dishes accurately and maintaining presentation. The role emphasizes strong communication and teamwork in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, basic food-handling certification, and about 6 months of hospitality experience. We offer competitive wages, meal discounts, and a supportive team within our community-focused venue.

Qualifications

• 6 months of related hospitality experience preferred.
• State-issued food handling certification required.
• High school diploma or GED required; ability to read and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist service team by delivering orders to guest tables.
• Ensure items are delivered to correct tables with proper presentation.
• Maintain communication between front and back of house staff.
• Restock dining supplies and clear tables as needed.
• Assist with table setup and breakdown as required.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Hospitality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Food handling certification

Job description

LA CONDESA is hiring a PART-TIME FOOD RUNNER

La Condesa is inspired by the culture, energy, and cuisine of Mexico City's namesake bohemian neighborhood, located in the heart of downtown Austin's 2nd Street District. This energy translates to a positive, teamwork-driven spirit and passion for serving our guests, as well as our community. Our seasonally-changing menu further reflects our commitment to sustainability, through responsible sourcing of only the best ingredients from our local farmer community. We also legit have the best margaritas in all of Austin. Ask anyone.

JOB OVERVIEW

A Food Runner will assist the restaurant in fulfilling orders and delivering them to guest tables. A Food runner ensures that items are delivered to the correct tables with the proper presentation and ingredients while assisting the service team. The person in this role must have good communication skills and the ability to work within a team.

What you'll do:

• Maintain product knowledge to ensure the accuracy of recipes and notify guests of ingredients
• Maintain product allergen knowledge and pay close attention to ensure accuracy and proper communication of dishes with allergen alerts
• Prepare tables for meals, including setting up items such as linens, silverware, and glassware
• Serve food or beverages to guests and prepare or serve specialty dishes at tables as required
• Verify that guests have proper dishware and utensils needed for the course upon delivery of food
• Provide clear communication between front and back of house staff
• Remove dishes and glassware from tables or counters and take them to the kitchen for cleaning
• Clean tables or counters after guests have finished dining as needed
• Stock area with dining supplies such as plates, utensils, glassware, and linens
• Ensure immediate response is given to guest comments and concerns; inform immediate supervisor and apply corrective measures when necessary

Who you are:

• You have a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• 6 months of related experience in the hospitality industry preferred.
• You have state-issued food handling certification as required.
• You can speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) of the workplace.
• You can read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• You can speak effectively before guests and groups of co-workers.

BENEFITS

We are proud to offer competitive wages and the following benefits for full-time employees:

• Up to 3 weeks of paid time off annually
• 50% off discount at most New Waterloo restaurants
• 401K matching
• Paid holidays
• Discounts at our shops, hotels + local partnerships

New Waterloo is a community-centric independent hospitality company based in Austin, Texas. We use our platform to intentionally empower and get behind the choices of our people and communities - creating environments that sustain lasting social impact. Our team of hospitality experts provides the resources, talent, passion, and collaboration necessary to foster thoughtful places and thriving businesses.

New Waterloo is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is selected for this role.

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