Runner/Busser - Lynnfield

LSF LYNNFIELD LLC; Lynnfield (MA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Legal Sea Foods in Lynnfield is seeking a Food Runner to deliver orders accurately and courteously while maintaining professional presentation. You will check orders for accuracy, garnish as needed, and ensure timely service for all guests in a busy setting.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant, and adherence to hygiene and safety standards. Minimum age 17; high school diploma preferred; E-Verify will be used for employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Responsibilities

• Present self in courteous and professional manner to guests at all times.
• Check orders for accuracy prior to serving to ensure food items are as guests ordered.
• Deliver food orders with appropriate garnishments.
• Deliver food orders timely and, where multiple guests involved, at the same time.
• Communicate important information to guests and servers (e.g., hot plate, guest seeking drink from bar).
• Respond to guests’ requests for condiments or other items.
• Continually clear away dishes and debris from stations.
• Know table numbers and restaurant layout to ensure prompt service.
• Bring guests’ inquiries regarding food allergies to the Manager’s attention immediately.
• Ensure station is suitable for serving and meets company standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Good judgment

Positive attitude

Promptness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Food Runner is responsible for serving food orders as specified by guests in a friendly and courteous manner.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:• Presents self in courteous and professional manner to guests at all times.• Checks orders for accuracy prior to serving to ensure food items are as guests ordered (sides, extras, etc.).• Delivers food orders with appropriate garnishments.• Delivers food orders timely and, where multiple guests involved, at the same time.• Communicates important information to guests (example: hot plate) and servers (example: guest seeking drink from bar).• Responds to guests’ requests for condiments or other items.• Continually clears away dishes and debris from stations.• Has knowledge of table numbers and the physical layout of the restaurant to ensure prompt and proper service to guests.• Brings guests’ inquiries regarding food allergies to the Manager’s attention immediately.• Ensures station is suitable for serving and meets company standards.SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:• Demonstrates good judgment.• Must be pleasant, cooperative and take direction well with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.• Exhibits and uses good manners, proper personal hygiene, positive attitude, and promptness.• Must be able to perform under pressure in a high-volume restaurant setting.• Must be able to interact verbally and listen attentively to guests, co-workers, and supervisors.Minimum age requirement is 17 years of age for this position.High school diploma, equivalency degree or related experience preferred.ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:Restaurant Setting• Must be able to stand and exert fast-paced mobility for entire shift.• Must have a good sense of balance, be able to lift, bend, kneel, stoop, squat, push and pull.• Must be able to frequently lift food, and other items weighing up to 50 pounds.• Position involves repetitive hand and wrist motion.Legal Sea Foods participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an online system that allows businesses to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. All new hires will be required to complete Form I-9 and successfully participate in the E-Verify process.