Food Runner Open Availability

$33,280 - $34,258/Yr

The Inn At Rancho Santa Fe - Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Rancho Santa Fe, CA

51-100 employees

About the position

The Food Runner at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe plays a crucial role in enhancing the dining experience for guests by efficiently serving food and beverages while anticipating their needs. This position requires a professional demeanor and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring that all orders are accurate and presented well.

Responsibilities

• Assist the servers with presenting menus, answering questions, and making suggestions regarding food and beverage service.
• Prepare baskets with required condiments and sides prior to serving.
• Confirm that all orders from the kitchen are accurate, have all required condiments, and are presentable, then serve to the member/guest.
• Always address the member/guest by name.
• Anticipate the members/guests needs.
• Observe member/guest to respond to any additional requests and to determine when service has been completed.
• Responsible for monitoring supplies, maintaining stock, and keeping the kitchen/café areas in a clean and orderly fashion at all times.
• Responsible for assisting the servers in keeping sections and service areas in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Responsible for collecting/maintaining baskets throughout the course of the shift.
• Maintain a 'full hands out full hands in' perspective.
• Monitor kitchen times and relay times to servers/management.
• Maintain complete knowledge of menu, alcoholic beverages, specials, and 86'd items.
• Complete daily/weekly checklists of duties and monitor supplies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by manager.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required unless currently enrolled.
• Minimum of one year previous experience as a server or server assistant in an upscale restaurant, hotel/resort, or private club environment preferred.
• Certification of previous training in liquor, wine, and food service including Alcohol Awareness Certification preferred.
• Must be able to work in an outdoor environment in all weather conditions.
• Must have a professional appearance.
• Must be able to effectively multitask in an extremely fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to comply with standards of responsible alcohol service.
• Must be physically able to safely lift and carry trays, kegs, and cases weighing up to 50lbs several times during the course of a shift.
• Must be physically able to climb, lift, reach, bend, and stoop.
• Must be able to work in a standing position and walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to effectively and professionally communicate with guests, co-workers, and management.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a luxury hospitality environment.
• Knowledge of local food and beverage trends.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage starting at $16.00/hr.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the company.
• Employee discounts on dining and accommodations.