What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Food Runner position at Brewery Ommegang?
Brewery Ommegang is recognized as a leader in the high-end beer segment. Brewery Ommegang is proud to be part of the Duvel Moortgat family of breweries which also includes Duvel USA and Boulevard Brewing Company. As the fourth largest craft brewery by volume in the United States, our beers and cider are built by our people, who are bound together by a devotion to our products and customers.
SUMMARY
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. Ultimately, you will ensure our guests have a high-quality dining experience by serving their food in a timely and accurate manner.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
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. Ultimately, you will ensure our guests have a high-quality dining experience by serving their food in a timely and accurate manner.
DUTIES & 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 and pay attention to priorities and special requests (e.g. food allergies)
- Assist the wait staff with table setting by fetching and placing appropriate tableware, eating utensils and napkins
- Serve welcome drinks and hors d’oeuvres, upon guests’ arrival
- 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 (e.g. when they ask for the check)
- Make sure families with young children get kids menus and special silverware sets
- Making sure all plates are set up properly with correct sauces and garnishes
- EOD clean up duties
- Learn as much beer knowledge you can with no consumption
- Keeping all stations adequately stocked
- Take pride in every single job you do
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
- Experience as a Food runner or similar entry-level role in a restaurant
- Understanding of hygiene and food safety rules
- Physical ability and stamina to carry heavy trays and stand for long hours
- Availability to work various shifts, including weekends
- Multi-tasking abilities
- Good oral communication skills
- Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment
- Embrace the Duvel Moortgat values: Passion, Quality, Sustainability, & Integrity
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Requires standing for extended periods
- Frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds or more
- Repetitive Bending including bending, stooping, and twisting
Salary : $16 - $17
