What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Runner position at Oskar Blues Grill & Brew?
SUMMARY:
Food Runners help keep a smooth workflow between the kitchen and the tables. You will work in a fast-paced environment to get proper orders out faster and more efficiently. You must have excellent communication skills and experience in a restaurant’s hectic setting. You must have enough stamina to be in constant motion and skills to coordinate and organize processes and people. The goal is to make service faster and better to help enhance our quality and reputation.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure the efficient flow of orders from the waiters to the kitchen
Ensure orders are being prepared with the correct priority
Assist in the final preparation of dishes
Check dishes before delivery for accuracy, presentation and temperature
Deliver orders to maintain fast service
Eliminate obstacles in service, food preparation lines or dishwashing
Inspect the premises according to quality and sanitation standards and assist in cleaning
Transfer important information between the kitchen and the wait staff (e.g. when a customer has a particular request)
Handle complaints from clients to preserve the restaurant’s reputation
Support other tasks as needed (e.g. telephone orders)
Previous restaurant experience preferred.
Have working knowledge of the predominant language(s) of our guests.
Be able to lift at least 40 lbs, reach, bend and stoop.
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours).