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Busser/Food Runner

Dubber's Oldtown Bar and Grill
Salinas, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/4/2026

MUST BE AT LEAST 21YRS OLD!!

We are looking for a Food Runner to join our team and facilitate collaboration between our kitchen and wait staff. Food Runner responsibilities include setting tables, serving food orders and removing used dishes and utensils. If you’d like to gain experience in the restaurant industry and learn how to provide an excellent dining experience, we’d like to meet you. To be considered for this role, you should be available to work various shifts, including weekends. Ultimately, you will ensure our guests have a high-quality dining experience by serving their food in a timely and accurate manner.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver food orders from the kitchen to customers’ tables rapidly and accurately
  • Act as the contact point between Front of the House and Back of the House staff
  • Communicate food orders to chefs, paying attention to priorities and special requests (e.g. food allergies)
  • Assist the wait staff with table setting by placing appropriate tableware, eating utensils and napkins
  • Deliver Menu’s upon arrival of guests
  • Ensure food is served in accordance with safety standards (e.g. proper temperature)
  • Check in with customers and take additional orders or refill water, as needed
  • Remove dirty dishes and utensils
  • Answer guests’ questions about ingredients and menu items
  • Inform restaurant staff about customers’ feedback or requests

Skills

  • Experience as a Food Expeditor or similar entry-level role in a restaurant
  • Understanding of hygiene and food safety rules
  • Physical ability and stamina to lift 50lbs, carry heavy trays, plates, buss tubs and stand for long hours at a time
  • Availability to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays
  • Multi-tasking abilities
  • Good oral communication skills
  • Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.90 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount

Experience:

  • Restaurant: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Night Shift (Preferred)
  • Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17

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