Runner

Modern Restaurant Group; Staten Island Junction (NJ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Modern Restaurant Group is seeking a part-time Runner to support fast-paced dining operations in Staten Island Junction, NJ. This role acts as a liaison between the kitchen and front-of-house, delivering plates and beverages, assisting servers, and helping keep the dining area clean and organized to ensure a smooth guest experience.

The ideal candidate is energetic, able to stand and move for long periods, and works well in a team.

Qualifications

• Strong multitasking and communication skills.
• Excellent customer service orientation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver orders from the kitchen to tables promptly and accurately.
• Refill beverages, clear empties, and reset tables between courses.
• Assist servers with running food and delivering utensils, napkins, and condiments as needed.
• Communicate guest needs and order changes to kitchen and front-of-house teams.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining room and service stations.

Skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Communication

Team player

Job description

Modern Restaurant Group is looking for a part-time Runner.

A fast-paced, guest-focused support role serving as a liaison between the kitchen and front-of-house. Deliver plates and beverages from the kitchen to tables, assist servers with timing and setup, and help maintain a clean, organized dining area to ensure a smooth, enjoyable guest experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver orders from the kitchen to tables promptly and accurately.
• Refill beverages, clear empties, and reset tables between courses.
• Assist servers with running food, delivering utensils, napkins, and condiments as needed.
• Communicate guest needs and any order changes to the kitchen and front-of-house team.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining room and service stations.

Qualifications:

• Excellent multitasking, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods; quick, reliable, and energetic.
• Team player with a positive attitude; prior food-service experience a plus.
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.