Food Runner - The Windlass

The Windlass is seeking hardworking individuals to join their team!

Food Runners often act as a connection between the FOH and BOH which makes an impact in the timeliness of service. The main responsibility for this position is to deliver food to guests in a friendly, professional & knowledgeable manner. The ability to work well under pressure, be professional, efficient, detail-oriented, and courteous is necessary. Food Runners eliminate a lot of stress and discord by communicating information between the kitchen or Expo and servers, and delivering food orders promptly.

General Job Description:
Food Runners receive direction from the kitchen, and the FOH managers. Runners must be organized, good listeners and even tempered. Some responsibilities include:

• Help prepare the expo station for service through cleaning, stocking, and other tasks
• Assist with cleaning and resetting tables, ensure tables are level, wipe down chairs, keep floors clean
• Clean and stock designated kitchen and server stations
• Knowledge of all the ingredient details of every dish on the menu
• Knowing table numbers, seat numbers and service stations
• Follow all instructions from expeditor
• Garnish and prepare dishes for presentation as needed
• Promptly deliver each course as it is prepared to the correct table and in seat order
• Communicate clearly any additional orders or needs the guests may have to server or expeditor
• Remove dirty dishes, glasses and silverware from tables and take them to the kitchen
• Maintain short pleasant rapport with guests and answer any questions or listen to their concerns
• Assist in maintaining general cleanliness of the entire restaurant