Demo

Food runner

Thai Nigiri
Sandpoint, ID Full Time
POSTED ON 12/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/10/2026

Job Summary
Join our dynamic team as a Food Runner, where your energy and enthusiasm will be the heartbeat of our dining experience! In this vital role, you’ll serve as the essential link between the kitchen and our guests, ensuring that every dish reaches the table promptly, accurately, and with a smile. Your dedication to food safety, guest satisfaction, and seamless service will help create memorable moments for our diners. This position offers an exciting opportunity to grow within the hospitality industry while delivering exceptional guest service in a lively, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver freshly prepared food from the kitchen to tables efficiently and accurately, ensuring presentation standards are maintained.
  • Assist with food preparation tasks as needed, including plating and garnishing to meet quality standards.
  • Support servers by bussing tables, clearing dishes, and resetting tables swiftly to maintain a clean and inviting dining area.
  • Handle food handling responsibilities following proper safety and sanitation protocols to ensure guest health and safety.
  • Operate POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS for order accuracy and smooth transaction flow.
  • Collaborate with kitchen staff to coordinate food timing and ensure timely delivery of orders.
  • Maintain clear communication with team members to support a cohesive service flow and enhance guest experiences.

Skills

  • Proven experience in food service or restaurant environments, demonstrating familiarity with food handling and safety standards.
  • Strong knowledge of restaurant operations, including serving techniques and food preparation processes.
  • Experience with POS systems like Aloha or Micros is preferred for efficient order processing.
  • Previous banquet or catering experience is a plus, showcasing versatility in various service settings.
  • Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with guests and team members alike.
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices to uphold high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
  • Hospitality background including hotel or culinary experience is advantageous for understanding guest needs. This role is paid and offers a fantastic chance to develop your skills in hospitality while contributing to an energetic team dedicated to delivering outstanding guest experiences!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Food runner?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Food runner career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$21,088 - $28,768
Income Estimation: 
$29,500 - $36,608
Income Estimation: 
$57,620 - $74,708
Income Estimation: 
$44,630 - $63,234
Income Estimation: 
$30,417 - $40,552
Income Estimation: 
$29,500 - $36,608
Income Estimation: 
$57,620 - $74,708
Income Estimation: 
$44,630 - $63,234
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Food runner jobs in the Sandpoint, ID area that may be a better fit.

  • LAKE BOWL INC Moses Lake, WA
  • POSITION SUMMARY: 1. Read food order tickets and correctly assemble the order with appropriate condiments and sides on a tray. 2. Deliver to table and make... more
  • 18 Days Ago

  • The Onion Spokane, WA
  • Pay Range: $16.66 tips Benefits: Meal Discounts, Flexible Schedules (restrictions and waiting periods may apply to the following) 401k. Position Overview: ... more
  • 1 Month Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!