Food Runner

The Runner’s responsibilities include; helping expedite the pick-up station with the guidance of the chef, executing food delivery in an efficient, courteous, and accurate manner maintaining communication between chef and dining room, assisting with polishing glass and flatware, and coffee service.

Position Requirements

• Adhere to the "Steps of Service" as outlined in the service manual.
• Have general knowledge of the menu and be able to articulate menu descriptions.
• Be able to read dupes.
• Know all table numbers and position numbers.
• Adhere to your work schedule.
• Adhere to the restaurant grooming, uniform, and hygiene standards.
• Act professional and accommodating and always maintain your composure.
• Comfortable speaking with guests.

During Service

• Perform assigned side work, including to-go containers and bags.
• Set-up, breakdown and maintenance of the pick-up station.
• Polish all plates and service trays.
• Prepare butter for bread service.
• Prepare all under liners, stock kitchen printers with ribbons and paper rolls.
• Help expedite the pick-up station with the guidance of the chef.
• Stock and maintain all plates, under liners, to-go containers, and garnishes.
• Execute food delivery in an efficient, courteous, and accurate manner.
• Assist Captains and Servers with all food delivery.
• Assist Server Assistants and Back Waiters with making and serving all hot beverages to guests in a timely manner.
• Assist with polishing all glassware and flatware.
• Running stock from the back-of-house to the dining room as needed.
• Assist dishwasher in scraping plates, racking glasses and soaking flatware.
• Minimize breakage with proper handling of china and glassware.
• Maintaining the cleanliness and neatness of your station.

Communication

• Maintain communication between Chef and Dining Room.
• Communicate all countdowns and 86’ed menu items with staff.
• Identify and report any problems to management immediately.
• Be able to answer general questions about the property, restaurant and other BLT restaurants.

Why work with us?

• Paid Time Off
• Full benefits package after 90 days with 75% paid premiums
• 401k with employer match
• Flex Spending Accounts for Parking, Transit, Medical & Dependent Care
• Shift meal, dining discounts at other BLT restaurant locations, and a great work environment!

If you think you are a great fit for this role, please let us know by applying today! BLT is a part of BLT Restaurant Group, who is proud to be an EOE. We look forward to hearing from you.

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