Rapid Food Runner - Deliver Delights with Precision

FirstService Residential; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstService Residential is seeking a Food Runner to deliver orders from the kitchen to customers quickly and accurately while supporting front-of-house staff and maintaining a clean dining environment. You will help ensure guests enjoy a high-quality experience by timely service and clear communication with kitchen and service teams.

You will handle orders, assist in table setup, greet guests, and help with safety standards. Weekend shifts and physical stamina are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience as a food expeditor or similar entry-level role in a restaurant.
• Understanding of hygiene and food safety rules.
• Physical ability and stamina to carry heavy trays and stand for long hours.
• Availability to work various shifts, including weekends.
• Multi-tasking abilities.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food orders from the kitchen to customers’ tables rapidly and accurately.
• Act as the contact point between Front of the House and Back of the House staff.
• Communicate food orders to chefs, paying attention to priorities and special requests (e.g. food allergies).
• Assist the wait staff with table setting by fetching and placing appropriate tableware, eating utensils and napkins.
• Serve welcome drinks and hors d’oeuvres, upon guests’ arrival.
• Ensure food is served in accordance with safety standards (e.g. proper temperature).
• Check in with customers and take additional orders or refill water, as needed.
• Remove dirty dishes and utensils.
• Answer guests’ questions about ingredients and menu items.
• Inform restaurant staff about customers’ feedback or requests (e.g. when they ask for the check).

Skills

Expeditor experience

Food safety rules

Physical stamina

Weekend availability

Multi-tasking

Oral communication

Calm under pressure

Job description

FirstService Residential is seeking a Food Runner to deliver orders from the kitchen to customers quickly and accurately while supporting front-of-house staff and maintaining a clean dining environment. You will help ensure guests enjoy a high-quality experience by timely service and clear communication with kitchen and service teams.

You will handle orders, assist in table setup, greet guests, and help with safety standards. Weekend shifts and physical stamina are required for this role.