Food Runner

Funky Buddha Brewery, located in Oakland Park, Florida, is seeking a Part-Time Food Runner to join its growing team. Established in 2010 at its Boca Raton brewpub, Funky Buddha is known for pushing the boundaries of traditional brewing methods with culinary-inspired recipes utilizing all-natural, food-centric ingredients. Some of its best-known beers include flagships Hop Gun IPA and Floridian Hefeweizen.  This fast-growing company is the first production brewery in the greater Fort Lauderdale area and the largest brewery in South Florida and is positioned for rapid expansion over the next few years.

“Where the Best Beers Are – Top 20 Brewpubs/Breweries for good beer” – USA Today “25 Breweries to Know” – Draft Magazine “10 Best Breweries to Visit in the South” – First We Feast

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a Food Runner with Funky Buddha Brewery, the candidate will work in the customer area of our retail space (tap room, banquet space & barrel room).  Successful candidates will be a vital part of our busy tap room and contribute to high levels of customer satisfaction.  

Responsibilities include:

• The main priority will be to provide our guests with outstanding customer service and actively help to improve their overall dining experience.
• Deliver food to all tables and bar (when applicable) timely and accurately.
• Food Runners act as the point of contact between Front of the House and Back of the House staff.
• Communicate food orders to chefs, paying attention to priorities and special requests (e.g., food allergies)
• Ensure food is served in accordance with safety standards (e.g., proper temperature)
• Assist the wait staff with table setting by fetching and placing appropriate tableware, eating utensils and napkins
• Clean and disinfect all areas
• Clean inside/outside expo station
• Always maintain sanitation area, always keep space presentable and safe and free of clutter

Additional Duties listed below:

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent customer service skills
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Completes all established set-up, stocking and closing duties in a timely manner
• Knows and adheres to health and sanitation guidelines and follows all safety policies
• Able to work nights and weekends
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Must be at least 21 years of age

Funky Buddha Brewery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Integrity, loyalty, and a good sense of humor are all factors in who we hire. We are a rapidly expanding company with growth potential within.

If you think you have what it takes to join this exciting and growing company, please apply here. Calls, letters, faxes, carrier pigeon, or personal visits will not be accepted.

By applying to this job, I certify that all information represented by me in this employment application is true, correct, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I agree and understand that any falsification, omission, or misrepresentation of information is grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment and may result in my dismissal if discovered at a later date and I agree that Funky Buddha Brewery shall not be liable, in any respect, if any resulting employment is terminated because of misstatements or omissions made by me in this application.