Restaurant Food Runner

UCF Hotel Venture; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health & wellness benefits

Paid Sick Days

Vacation

Holidays

Paid Bereavement

Training & Development opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance & Pet Bereavement

Team Member Hotel Rates

Complimentary meals in Team Member Caf

Complimentary parking

Job summary

Loews New Orleans Hotel in the Warehouse District is seeking a Restaurant Food Runner to ensure timely delivery of menu items from kitchen to guests, supporting a smooth dining operation.

You'll work in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment delivering accurate orders, communicating with servers, and helping with table turnover while upholding presentation standards and service quality.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy trays and navigate crowded spaces.
• Reliable and committed to accuracy and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food from the kitchen to guests promptly and accurately.
• Ensure accuracy of orders and proper presentation before delivery.
• Communicate course timing, modifications, and special requests to servers.
• Assist in clearing and resetting tables between courses or after guests leave.
• Support servers by restocking plates, silverware, and service items.
• Maintain cleanliness of expo lines, food stations, and service areas.
• Assist with running beverages as needed.
• Regular attendance in conformance with standards.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Loews New Orleans Hotel offers careers in the city's Warehouse District, where culture, comfort and hospitality come together. Team members help create upscale guest experiences in a prime location near the energy, charm and character of the Big Easy.

Who We Are :

Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations.

Growth and belonging start here ;

you'll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role-from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT-offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact.

Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.

What We Offer :

• Competitive health & wellness benefits, retirement benefits
• Paid Sick Days, Vacation, Holidays & Paid Bereavement
• Training & Development opportunities, career growth
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance & Pet Bereavement
• Team Member Hotel Rates, other discounts, perks and more
• Complimentary meals in Team Member Café while working
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Complimentary parking

Benefits are subject to eligibility and may vary by position

What We're Looking For

The Restaurant Food Runner ensures timely, accurate delivery of menu items from the kitchen to guests, helping to maintain smooth service and clear communication between front- and back-of-house teams. This role is key to providing an organized, polished dining experience.

Who You Are

• Fast, efficient, and able to navigate a busy dining room
• Detail-focused with strong communication skills
• Team-oriented and calm under pressure
• Reliable and committed to accuracy and presentation
• Guest-centered with a friendly, professional demeanor
• Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply

What You Will Do

• Deliver food from the kitchen to guests in an efficient, organized manner
• Ensure accuracy of orders and proper presentation before delivery
• Communicate course timing, modifications, and special requests to servers
• Assist in clearing and resetting tables between courses or after guests leave
• Support servers by restocking plates, silverware, and service items
• Maintain cleanliness of expo lines, food stations, and service areas
• Assist with running beverages as needed
• Answer basic guest questions or direct them to servers
• Regular attendance in conformance with standards
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs
• Required to attend all mandatory training sessions and meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Your Qualifications Include:

Required :

• Ability to lift and carry heavy trays and navigate crowded spaces
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Preferred :

• Prior restaurant or hospitality experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent