Part-time Food Runner - Mainzer

Hyatt; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 3 weeks paid time off annually

50% off discount at most New Waterloo/

Job summary

MAINZER is seeking a part-time Food Runner to assist the service team by delivering orders to tables, maintaining accuracy in presentation and ingredients, and communicating allergen information to guests. A strong team player with clear communication is essential for this role.

The role emphasizes helping with table setup, serving, and ensuring guests have the right dishware and utensils, while supporting front- and back-of-house operations during service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 6 months of hospitality experience preferred.
• State-issued food handling certification required where applicable.
• Ability to read and understand safety rules and procedures.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in fulfilling orders and delivering to guest tables.
• Maintain accurate knowledge of menu and ingredients; communicate allergens.
• Prepare tables with linens, silverware, and glassware.
• Serve food and beverages and assist with dish presentation.
• Ensure correct dishware and utensils are available at delivery.
• Communicate clearly between front and back of house staff.
• Clear tables and reset dining areas as needed.
• Stock dining supplies and manage breaks in service.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Food handling certification

Job description

MAINZER is hiring for a PART-TIME FOOD RUNNER

Eat, drink, play, observe, and listen like nobody’s watching. Mainzer offers comfort food, craft cocktails, a regional beer wall, and entertainment unbounded. Here, you’ll find weekly movies, live bands, and plenty of games to whet your competitive spirit.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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