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Fine Dining Expo/Food Runner/Busser

Saltwater Grille
South Portland, ME Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 8/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/11/2026

Join the team at Saltwater Grille!

We are looking for an Experienced FINE DINING EXPO/FOOD RUNNER to join our Team!

The Best view of Portland - while delivering outstanding service in this unique and dynamic setting where you can be your best self!

Saltwater Grille offers premiere waterfront dining & events in South Portland. Our Guests enjoy the view of Casco Bay from their seats inside or out! Our Guests take in the fresh ocean air & watch boats enter the harbor while they indulge with fresh lobster, oysters, & other seafood selections.

Our menu is carefully crafted by our talented & distinguished chefs to offer the highest quality, fresh seafood that Portland has to offer.

Duties:

You are responsible for supporting waitstaff in carrying beverages and meal items to designated tables. Their duties include communicating with Serving Staff to determine their needs, carrying food items from the expediting counter to the right table and helping with cleanup duties after the conclusion of service.

Qualifications:

  • 1-3 years of experience as a fine dining server or in a related field
  • The responsibilities and duties of a Food Runner center around their ability to deliver food correctly to the customers who ordered it. That may seem simple, but there’s actually quite a bit more involved in being a Food Runner including these major duties and responsibilities:
  • Deliver food orders to customers quickly and accurately
  • Uphold sanitation and food safety principles
  • Bus tables by removing dirty dishes and trash
  • Check in with customers to ensure their experience is satisfactory
  • Relay reports of customer satisfaction to the management and relevant parties
  • Ensure patrons have all the appropriate tableware they need to properly enjoy their food
  • Assist setting up tables before service with appropriate utensils, napkins and decorations
  • Handle various impromptu requests from customers

Pay: $15.10 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have a flexible schedule (i.e., weekends)

Experience:

  • Upscale/casual Host: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $20

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