Gracious Hospitality Management · 3 months ago
Food Runner
COTE is a unique dining experience that blends Korean Barbeque with American Steakhouse traditions. The Food Runner is responsible for the rapid delivery of food orders from the kitchen to customer tables, ensuring excellent service and communication regarding menu items and allergies.
Food and BeverageRestaurantsSnack Food
Responsibilities
Completes all assigned side work related to set up and breakdown of runner stations in the kitchen area
Stocks and organizes supplies for restaurant dining, and to go and delivery operations before service begins
Ensure coolers, and walk-ins are stocked, organized, and clean
Informs management or chefs when supplies are running low
Prepares plate ware, silverware, and garnishes
Plates dishes according to standards set by the Executive Chef
Packs to go and delivery orders with care, and delivers them to pick up customers and delivery couriers
Delivers customer dishes to their assigned position and table quickly and accurately
Maintains tables by removing courses as completed, replenishing utensils, refilling water glasses and being alert to customer needs when delivering food
Answer customers’ questions about ingredients and menu items including all allergy notes
Communicates when items are a gift from the house, contain allergies, or have been modified to accommodate a customer request
Ensures food is served in accordance with safety standards (e.g. proper temperature)
Liaises between Front of the House and Back of the House team members
Reads the order tickets and ensures that any customer with allergies are delivered the correct dishes
Reports to each scheduled shift on time, in uniform, and ready to work
Responsible for training new employees as assigned
Assists other stations or areas of the restaurant when requested by management
Qualification
Required
Must have the ability to read, speak, understand, follow written directions, and verbal instructions in English
Must be reachable by email and able to communicate via phone as well
Communicates information effectively and efficiently
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Possesses a positive, results-oriented, team-player mentality
Ability to perform job duties and responsibilities well and maintain professionalism and composure under pressure and in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
Ability to under pressure and maintain professionalism when working under stress
Knowledge of workplace safety procedures and local Department of Health standards
Food Handler's Certification or the ability to obtain in accordance with federal, state, or local regulations and/or Company policy
Able to work a flexible schedule in order to accommodate business levels (weekend, nights, and holiday availability required). We will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs
Must be of legal age to serve alcohol
Certification for responsible alcohol service or ability to obtain within 6 months
Familiarity with restaurant management software such as point of sales, reservations management, inventory management, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace
Ability to execute steps of service in adherence with company policy
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent communication with management and teammates
Benefits
Structured, generous compensation for all positions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account
Commuter Benefits
Referral Bonus Program
Career Advancement Opportunities
Employee Recognition Awards
Employee Dining Discounts
Paid Time Off