Food Runner

The Runner is responsible for delivering food orders from the kitchen to customers. Duties include ensuring accuracy in orders, coordinating with kitchen staff and servers, and providing prompt service to guests. Runners may also assist in food preparation, garnishing dishes, and maintaining cleanliness in the dining area. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a high-pressure environment are essential for this role. Essential Functions Assist service staff with timely and accurate delivery of food and beverages to guests, ensuring an exceptional dining experience. Perform opening, closing, and side duties, including setting up food carts, stations, and presetting or clearing tables. Build food tickets on the kitchen line and coordinate efficient food flow between kitchen and service areas. Keep dining, service, and assigned stations clean, sanitized, and organized at all times. Observe and support each guest's dining experience, responding promptly to needs or requests. Ensure all equipment and supplies are in proper working order; report repairs or restocking needs as required. Communicate and collaborate effectively with all staff to optimize guest service and workflow. Follow all company service standards, safety protocols, policies, and procedures, while maintaining attendance and reliability expectations. Maintain knowledge of and comply with departmental policies, service procedures, 4 Keys service standards, and safety and security procedures. Perform all additional duties as assigned by management. Skills and Abilities Understand and align with the mission, vision, and goals of the hotel. Prioritize tasks, work efficiently with limited supervision, and manage multiple tasks with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy. Communicate effectively in the primary workplace language, demonstrating excellent communication, follow-up, and organizational skills. Adhere to all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE, equipment handling, and compliance with required licenses or certifications. Ability to comprehend and follow recipes. Work well under pressure and in challenging conditions, using good judgment to resolve problems, follow directions, and collaborate effectively as part of a team.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

The minimum physical requirements for this position include but are not limited to: Flexible and long hours sometimes required Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds Ability to hear, understand and communicate orally and in writing to communicate with staff, vendors, and guests a normal in-person and phone conversation Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time Ability to bend and twist, push and pull, stoop, and kneel Disclaimer All duties and requirements stated are essential job functions. This description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all functions that an associate in the position may be asked to perform. This does not create an employee contract, express implied, or otherwise, and does not alter the "at will" employment relationship of the employer or employee. Management reserves the right to change, modify and/or alter any of the duties listed to meet business needs. Reasonable Accommodation Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please contact: selectservicehr@PeregrineHG.com Equal Opportunity Employer Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to complying with the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and all other applicable equal opportunity laws. Peregrine Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran and Drug Free. Peregrine Hospitality participates in E-Verify. Upon hire, your employment will be contingent on proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States, which will be confirmed through the federal E-Verify system. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$14.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have open availability?

Work Location:

In person