Benefits/Perks
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
Job Summary
We are seeking a Food Runner to join the team at our busy restaurant! As a Food Runner, you are the link between the kitchen and the wait staff. Food Runner responsibilities include setting tables, serving food orders and removing used dishes and utensils. If you’d like to gain experience in the restaurant industry and learn how to provide an excellent dining experience, we’d like to meet you. To be considered for this role, you should be available to work various shifts, including weekends. If you’re friendly, hard-working, and interested in getting your foot in the door in the hospitality industry, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver food orders from the kitchen to customers’ tables rapidly and accurately
- Act as the contact point between Front of the House and Back of the House staff
- Communicate food orders to chefs, paying attention to priorities and special requests (e.g. food allergies)
- Assist the wait staff with table setting by fetching and placing appropriate tableware, eating utensils and napkins
- Wipe down tables, chairs, and other surfaces
- Remove dirty dishes, glasses, and silverware from tables
- Ensure food is served in accordance with safety standards (e.g. proper temperature)
- Check in with customers and take additional orders or refill water, as needed
- Adhere to all health and safety rules and regulations
- Answer guests’ questions about ingredients and menu items
- Inform restaurant staff about customers’ feedback or requests (e.g. when they ask for the check)
Qualifications:
- Experience as a busser, barback, food runner, or similar position is preferred
- Experience as a Food Expeditor or similar entry-level role in a restaurant
- Understanding of hygiene and food safety rules
- Physical ability and stamina to carry heavy trays and stand for long hours
- Availability to work various shifts, including weekends
- Multi-tasking abilities
- Good oral communication skills
- Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment
- Friendly and outgoing personality
ABOUT
14 Parish Restaurant & Rhum Bar
We actually came to play. Enjoy delicious Caribbean inspired cuisine paired with fun and innovative cocktails. With over 100 Rhums, Rums, and Rons on our bar we are committed to becoming a favorite staycation destination. Our intimate but lively spot is located right in the heart of Hyde Park at 53rd street between Hyde Park Blvd. and Cornell St. Situated right along several major transportation routes we are easy to get to by bus, rail, or car. Our entire staff is committed to bringing a bit of paradise to everyday life!
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