What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility/Food Runner position at Pinyon?
Description
Brought to you by Hi Noon Hospitality—the team behind Buck & Rider and Ingo’s Tasty Food—Pinyon is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant opening in Old Town Scottsdale. Inspired by journeys across Turkey, Italy, France, Malta, Greece, Spain, and Morocco, the name reflects a deep connection to the region’s vibrant food culture and heritage. Set along the park with a welcoming patio for alfresco dining, Pinyon invites guests to linger over a cocktail or a lively spritz while enjoying house-made pita, crudos, pasta, seasonal salads, and an ever-changing array of spreads and dips alongside dishes cooked over open flame—celebrating flavors from Barcelona to Malta while uniting the best global ingredients and time-honored techniques to bring a fresh, sophisticated dining experience to the community.
Position Overview
As a Utility Team Member, you are the heartbeat of our service flow. This position is different than bussing, it’s an essential support role that bridges the dining room and kitchen, keeping everything running smoothly. You’ll deliver food, reset tables, restock supplies, polish silverware and anticipate team needs, ensuring every guest enjoys a polished and memorable dining experience.
Key Responsibilities
Brought to you by Hi Noon Hospitality—the team behind Buck & Rider and Ingo’s Tasty Food—Pinyon is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant opening in Old Town Scottsdale. Inspired by journeys across Turkey, Italy, France, Malta, Greece, Spain, and Morocco, the name reflects a deep connection to the region’s vibrant food culture and heritage. Set along the park with a welcoming patio for alfresco dining, Pinyon invites guests to linger over a cocktail or a lively spritz while enjoying house-made pita, crudos, pasta, seasonal salads, and an ever-changing array of spreads and dips alongside dishes cooked over open flame—celebrating flavors from Barcelona to Malta while uniting the best global ingredients and time-honored techniques to bring a fresh, sophisticated dining experience to the community.
Position Overview
As a Utility Team Member, you are the heartbeat of our service flow. This position is different than bussing, it’s an essential support role that bridges the dining room and kitchen, keeping everything running smoothly. You’ll deliver food, reset tables, restock supplies, polish silverware and anticipate team needs, ensuring every guest enjoys a polished and memorable dining experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional guest service welcome guests with genuine warmth, share menu highlights, and anticipate needs to elevate every experience.
- Deliver food to tables promptly and knowledgeably, assisting servers in describing dishes when needed.
- Maintain table readiness by clearing, resetting, and refreshing as part of a coordinated team service approach.
- Support servers and bartenders by restocking service stations, glassware, and silverware.
- Communicate with the kitchen to ensure timely delivery of dishes and smooth service flow.
- Assist with guest needs, including water service, extra place settings, and other requests
- Maintain cleanliness and organization across the dining room and service areas.
- Adapt quickly during high-volume shifts, supporting wherever needed.
- Previous experience in fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environments preferred.
- Strong communication skills and ability to multitask under pressure.
- Positive, energetic, and team-oriented mindset.
- Passion for hospitality
- Availability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Current Food Handlers Card or ability to obtain
- Join a dynamic front-of-house team dedicated to crafting a memorable coastal Mediterranean experience.
- Be part of Hi Noon Hospitality, an innovative group behind beloved Arizona restaurants like Buck & Rider and Ingo’s Tasty Food.
- Embrace an inspiring, fast-paced environment that blends inspired cuisine with genuine connection.
- Health benefits for full-time employees
- Competitive tipped pay
- A team-first culture rooted in collaboration and high standards
- Grow professionally within a growing hospitality group renowned for excellence.
- Dining Discounts at all our locations