Food Runner Open Availability

$33,280 - $34,258/Yr

Aimbridge Hospitality - Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Rancho Santa Fe, CA

1,001-5,000 employees

Accommodation

About the position

The Food Runner position at Aimbridge Hospitality is focused on creating an exceptional dining experience for members and guests by efficiently serving food and beverages. The role requires a friendly and professional demeanor, with an emphasis on anticipating guest needs and ensuring timely service in a fast-paced environment.

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 or boutique hotel environment.
• Knowledge of food and beverage pairings.

Benefits

• Daily Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan