Runner
Runner


Reports to: AGM
Objective / Purpose
The overall objective and purpose of the runner is to support servers and bartenders in delivering beverages and food to guests in a timely manner They are to provide the highest level of service in support of the mission, core values, standards and goals established by the company.
Essential Functions / Tasks
Primary responsibilities and tasks include, but are not limited to the following:
• Deliver drinks and food for both servers and bartenders.
• Clears and resets counters or tables at conclusion of each course.
• Assists dining room waiters in the food and beverage service, set tables, serve guests as directed by the waiter, keep menus clean, clean table between servings, menu knowledge.
• Assists with providing tables with beverages.
• Transports dirty dishes to dishwashing station.
• Polish silver and glass as needed.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities (KSA)
To perform this role successfully, an individual must have experience achieving desired result(s) in their areas of responsibility. The requirements listed below are representative of observable behaviors and essential knowledge, skill, and abilities required of a successful incumbent.
Responsibilities
• Ensure that the order is complete and accurate prior to delivering to the correct table.
• Pick up drinks as soon as they are made at the bar and deliver to guests.
• Remove any empty/used glasses from tables, bar, bus stations, etc.
Skills
• Solid grasp of beverage menu
• Thorough understanding of the restaurant floor plan
• Clear communication skills in order to ensure proper drink delivery to guests.
• Excellent people skills and outgoing personality
• Avid team player
Minimum Qualifications
Education, License, Certifications, Experience
• Previous experience within food and beverage a plus.
Work Environment / Physical Demands:
• A large portion of time will be spent in a kitchen or bar. The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and taste or smell.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
Physical setting:
• Fine dining restaurant
Shift:
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
Weekly day range:
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Washington, DC 20024: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)