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Food Runner

Buddakan - New York
York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026

Buddakan, the iconic NYC dining destination in the heart of the Meatpacking District, is seeking passionate Food Runners to join our service team during an exciting new era — a creative collaboration with Chef Danny Bowien, the visionary behind Mission Chinese.

Join us in hosting a surreal dining experience where the serenity of Asia meets the flamboyance of 16th-century Paris. Ornate chandeliers, gilded details, and otherworldly art set the stage for an immersive culinary journey.           

This position offers a comprehensive package including:
  • An Hourly Rate of $11.35 plus tips
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Coverage
  • Paid Vacation Time & Sick Time
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Referral Bonus Programs
  • Dining Discounts at over 25 Affiliated STARR Restaurants
  • Opportunity for Career Advancement and Professional Growth
Qualifications:
  • A true passion for Food Running-- helping to create an environment where people not only have fun but feel relaxed, welcome, and connected
  • A genuine nature; able to comfortably engage in a natural dialogue with guests and colleagues 
  • The ability to speak clearly and articulately dishes, providing information and answering questions, while focusing on etiquette and conveying a sense of calmness to guests 
  • A minimum 2 year of Food Running experience in a busy restaurant
  • The ability to work evenings and weekends is required 

Buddakan NYC is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Salary : $11

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