Posted 7 days ago
Busser/Food Runner
Mountain ViewOn-sitePart-time
AI Summary
Delivers food and beverages from the kitchen to guests, clears and resets tables, refills beverages, and supports front-of-house and kitchen teams during service.
About this role
As Busser/Food Runner, you'll be the connective tissue between the kitchen and the dining room — delivering food quickly, keeping tables guest-ready, and supporting the team through every stage of service.
Key Responsibilities
- Delivers food and beverages from the kitchen to guests quickly and accurately
- Refills beverages and responds to guest requests in a timely manner
- Assists with initial table service, such as water, bread, or welcome items
- Answers basic guest questions about menu items and relays requests to servers
- Ensures order accuracy, with attention to allergies and special requests
- Assists servers in clearing and resetting tables to restaurant standards
- Performs side work such as polishing silverware, refilling condiments, and crumbing tables
- Prepares and resets tables before and after guest use, removing used dishes, utensils, and glassware promptly
- Maintains cleanliness and organization of dining areas throughout service
- Acts as a liaison between kitchen staff and the front-of-house team, communicating order priorities and special requests
- Maintains compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards
- Supports team members during peak service periods and relays guest feedback to appropriate staff
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
- Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays
- Prolonged standing and walking throughout shifts
- Ability to lift and carry trays, dishes, and service items
- Frequent bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) including Sick Hours
- 401(k) retirement plan, effective from date of hire
- Hotel and F&B outlet discounts
- Wellness incentives through Class Pass
- Referral bonus program
Skills
Allergy AwarenessBeverage ServiceFood SafetyGuest CommunicationOrder AccuracySanitation StandardsSide WorkTable Service
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