Server Assistant at Runway and Rye

Skyport Hospitality; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $19.29/hr + tips

Dental & Vision after 60 days

Health Insurance after 1 year

Transportation benefits: RTD EcoPass

Employee discount at Skyport locations

Paid leave per Colorado/federal law

Training & professional development

Job summary

First Meridian Services, Inc. is seeking dedicated Support Staff for an airport dining environment in Colorado. You will greet and seat guests, maintain clean dining areas, and assist servers and kitchen staff to ensure smooth service. The role requires reliability, strong customer focus, and flexibility to work varied shifts.

The position offers competitive starting pay, benefits after eligibility, and opportunities for training and advancement within a dynamic hospitality team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Basic understanding of kitchen safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food orders from the kitchen to guests’ tables in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy and presentation.
• Assist servers with delivering beverages, condiments, and additional items as requested by guests.
• Clear and reset tables efficiently, ensuring a clean and organized dining area.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of dining areas, including sweeping, mopping, and wiping down surfaces.
• Collaborate with servers and kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient service during peak times.
• Provide friendly and attentive customer service, addressing guest inquiries and ensuring satisfaction.
• Adhere to health and safety standards, including proper food handling and sanitation practices.
• Assist in opening and closing duties, including setup and breakdown of dining areas.

Skills

Guest service

Teamwork

Fast-paced

Flexible schedule

Communication

Problem solving

Basic math

Airport background check

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At First Meridian Services, Inc., our team members are our greatest asset. We are committed to building a workplace that excites, rewards, and supports you—one where passionate, professional, and knowledgeable individuals can grow and thrive. We are constantly seeking great people who will make us even greater.

As you get to know our culture and mission, we hope you’ll take full advantage of the opportunities to enhance your profession and contribute to our shared goals. We believe in creating a rewarding environment where you can build a long and successful career. Welcome to First Meridian Services—where your future takes flight.

SUMMARY

The Support Staff play a vital role in ensuring smooth operation by providing essential support to both front-of-house and back-of-house teams. Responsibilities include greeting and seating guests upon arrival, maintaining cleanliness and organization of the dining area, and supporting servers and kitchen staff as needed. The Support Staff also assists with clearing tables, delivering food and beverages, and ensuring guest satisfaction by providing prompt and courteous service.

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Starting Pay: $19.29 per hour, plus tips.
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Available after 60 days
• Health Insurance : Available to eligible full-time employees after 1 year
• Transportation Benefits : Free RTD EcoPass or employee parking reimbursement
• Additional Benefits: EAP, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Life Insurance options
• Employee Discount : Available at Skyport restaurant and retail locations
• Paid Leave : Provided in accordance with applicable Colorado and federal law
• Supportive team environment with training and professional development opportunities

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver food orders from the kitchen to guests’ tables in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy and presentation.
• Assist servers with delivering beverages, condiments, and additional items as requested by guests.
• Clear and reset tables efficiently, ensuring a clean and organized dining area.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of dining areas, including sweeping, mopping, and wiping down surfaces.
• Collaborate with servers and kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient service during peak times.
• Provide friendly and attentive customer service, addressing guest inquiries and ensuring satisfaction.
• Adhere to health and safety standards, including proper food handling and sanitation practices.
• Assist in opening and closing duties, including setup and breakdown of dining areas.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Genuine interest in providing a positive guest experience
• Ability to work well with others and support a positive work environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Dependable
• Flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to follow all guidelines and procedures set forth by FMS/Skyport, brand partners, airport, federal, state, and local employment regulations
• Strong communication skills and ability to handle stressful situations
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to exercise good judgment
• Ability to use basic math; e.g., addition, subtraction, and basic fractions
• Must successfully complete required airport security and background screening, including a federal background check.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Basic understanding of kitchen safety and sanitation practices.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Airport: This position operates in a climate-controlled international airport environment. The temperature, volume of noise, and exposure to the public are outside the control of First Meridian Services, Inc. The position requires use of public spaces as provided by the airport.

Restaurant: This position may require frequent exposure to a restaurant or retail operation environment. Regular exposure to varying temperatures (hot/cold/freezing), fumes, vapors, industrial restaurant equipment, noise, and guests will be a common occurrence.

Physical Requirements & Frequency

• Bend - Occasionally
• Climb/Crawl - Occasionally
• Sit - Rarely
• Kneel - Occasionally
• Squat - Occasionally
• Stand/Walk - Constantly

Mental Requirements & Frequency

• Communicate Orally - Frequently
• Evaluating - Occasionally
• Perform Calculations - Rarely
• Read/Comprehend - Rarely
• Reason/Analyze - Occasionally
• Write - Rarely

HIRING PROCESS

Application Deadline : September 23rd 2026

Internal Applicants: Current First Meridian Services employees must meet applicable internal transfer eligibility requirements to be considered for this opportunity. Generally, employees must have been in their current position for at least six months and have no disciplinary documentation within the previous six months. Please get in touch with your manager or HR with questions regarding eligibility.

First Meridian is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or protected veteran status.