Seaworthy Food Runner

The Barnett; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Barnett in New Orleans is seeking a committed Food Runner to support servers in delivering meals and beverages. In this role, you will ensure guests have the proper dining experience by efficiently delivering orders and assisting with cleanup duties.

Qualified candidates must be able to communicate effectively in English, manage time well, and possess a strong work ethic. The position requires flexibility to work on weekends and holidays, contributing to our dedication to excellent guest service.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written English.
• Superb time management and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support servers by delivering food and beverages efficiently.
• Maintain knowledge of the menu and assist servers as needed.
• Perform side-work and cleanup duties as directed.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

## Seaworthy Food RunnerApplylocations: The Barnett Hoteltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR104503234 rooms | 16,000 sq. ft. meeting/event space Amenities: contemporary rooms, rooftop pool, five signature dining venues, vibrant communal spaces. A restored Art Deco hotel just steps from the New Orleans French Quarter, The Barnett offers an authentic New Orleans experience with curated events, live music, and standout food and beverage. Its versatile meeting and event spaces, combined with proximity to the Caesars Superdome, create an engaging environment for hospitality professionals serving both business and leisure travelers. Housed in a historic 19th century Creole townhome built in 1832, Seaworthy showcases wild-caught, sustainably harvested oysters from American waters—including the Gulf Coast, East Coast, and West Coast—alongside locally sourced fish and game. Part of The Barnett Hotel, we are looking for server support for the Seaworthy team.**SUMMARY**The Food Runner is responsible for supporting servers in carrying beverages and meal items to designated tables. Duties include communicating with Servers to determine their needs, carrying food items from the expediting counter to the right table and helping with cleanup duties after the conclusion of service to turn the table for the next guest and to assist with closing responsibilities.**CORE FOCUS & ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**Qualified candidates must be able to satisfactorily complete the following responsibilities. Other dutiesmay be assigned.* Bring dishes to appropriate guests* Ensure guests have appropriate utensils for each dish.* Maintain par levels of utensils and condiments.* Maintain current and accurate knowledge of the menu.* Assist expo in managing completion of tickets.* Maintain constant knowledge of each table’s progress in the sequence of service. Remain in constant communication with servers; know each server’s assigned section.* Perform side-work as needed.**ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS**To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* Ability to satisfactorily communicate in verbal and written English with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding.* Prioritize and organize work assignments, have timely follow up and execution.* Have superb time management skills.* Maintain complete knowledge of all hotel services/features and hours of operation.* Other language, mathematical, and reasoning abilities as outlined below.* Ability to comply with physical demands as outlined below.* Knowledge and understanding of HRI Culture & initiatives.* Must be able to maintain a flexible work schedule.* Must be available weekends and holidays**Candidate must meet the following cognitive abilities:*** Ability to understand guests’ service needs & requests.* Ability to acknowledge guests’ requests in a polite manner.* Ability to clearly communicate in verbal and written English (additional foreign languages are encouraged and preferred).* Ability to apply logical thinking and understanding to carry out written and oral instructions.* Ability to address and solve problems involving guest and operational issues.**PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT**The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The typical environment is an office atmosphere with ambient room temperatures, ambient lighting, and common office equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* Sit, walk, and stand continuously.* Lift / carry 25lbs (frequently) and 50lbs (occasionally)* Bend, squat, crawl, and reach above shoulder level.* Use dominant hand coordination for simple grasping, pushing/pulling, and fine manipulation.* May be exposed to extreme temperatures, dust, dampness, height, and moving machineryHRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‐related requirements*.*