Runner/Busser

MAXS DOWNTOWN LLC; Clay Arsenal (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Employee discount on meals

Flexible scheduling

Opportunities for growth and promotion

401(k) with matching up to 4%

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Referral program

Life, accident, critical illness & pet

Career development within the Max Hosp

Career development within Max Hospital

Job summary

Max Downtown, Hartford, CT, is seeking a polished Busser/Food Runner to support seamless service in a high-volume dining room. The role emphasizes speed, teamwork, and guest-focused execution in a refined environment.

Open availability is required. Join Max Downtown and grow with a dynamic restaurant group known for hospitality, award-winning wine, and a commitment to guest experience.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Busser or Support Server in fine dining or upscale-casual settings.
• Knowledge of basic service flow and dining room etiquette.
• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Clear, reset, and maintain clean tables between courses.
• Assist servers and deliver items as needed.
• Keep dining room, service stations, and guest areas clean.
• Ensure water refills and guest needs are anticipated.
• Support large party setups and reservations.

Skills

Energetic

Attention to detail

Time management

Team player

Job description

BUSSER/FOOD RUNNER – MAX DOWNTOWNJoin the Max Hospitality Team!Max Downtown, located in the heart of Hartford, CT, is seeking a polished, efficient, and guest-focused Busser/Food Runner with open availability to join our front-of-house team. The ideal candidate thrives in a refined, high-volume dining environment and takes pride in supporting seamless service through attention to detail, speed, and teamwork. Open availability is required.Max Hospitality is dedicated to providing a world-class dining experience with high-quality cuisine and exceptional service. We pride ourselves on our creativity, consistency, and guest-first mentality across all locations. We seek individuals who are passionate about hospitality and excited to grow with a forward-thinking, dynamic restaurant group.Max Downtown is our flagship restaurant, renowned for its elevated steakhouse experience, award-winning wine list, and extensive whiskey collection. With a loyal clientele of business professionals and fine dining guests, Max Downtown consistently ranks among the top restaurants in the region. We are looking for a Busser who brings professionalism, poise, and dedication to enhancing every guest's experience.Benefits:Competitive PayEmployee Discount on MealsFlexible SchedulingOpportunities for Growth and Advancement401(k) with matching up to 4%Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offPaid sick timeReferral programLife, accident, critical illness & pet insuranceCareer development within the Max Hospitality groupWhat We’re Looking For:Experience:Prior experience as a Busser or Support Server in a fine dining or upscale-casual environment is preferredUnderstanding of basic service flow and dining room etiquetteFamiliarity with food safety and sanitation standardsSkills and Qualities:Energetic, attentive, and detail-orientedAbility to maintain a clean, organized dining room under pressureStrong sense of urgency and excellent time managementEffective communicator and team playerProfessional appearance and demeanorOpen availability, including nights, weekends, and holidaysResponsibilities:Assist servers in clearing, resetting, and maintaining clean tables between courses and guest turnsEnsure water glasses are filled and guest needs are anticipated throughout serviceMaintain cleanliness of the dining room, service stations, and guest areasSupport timely table setups for reservations and large partiesAssist with delivering food when needed and communicating guest requests to the appropriate team membersUphold Max Downtown’s high standards for hospitality, cleanliness, and efficiencyDiversity Creates a Healthy Atmosphere:Max Hospitality is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.Applicants with criminal backgrounds are encouraged to apply.