What are the responsibilities and job description for the Blacksburg, VA - Food Runner position at Johnnie's Jazz Bar & Grille?
Part-Time
Blacksburg 11
1614 S Main St
Blacksburg, VA 24060, USA
Description
JOB OVERVIEW
A Runner will be responsible for taking orders from and serving food to Guests. Duties will mostly
include taking food and drink orders, effectively communicating orders to kitchen staff, and
ensuring that tables are served properly and that all payments are collected.
This job requires you to work during the evening, on weekends, and occasionally on holidays.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Job Duties include but are not limited to:
- Deliver food orders from the kitchen to Guests’ 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, paying attention to priorities and special
- Assist the wait staff with table setting by fetching and placing appropriate tableware,
- Ensure food is served in accordance with safety standards (e.g., proper
- Check in with Guests and take additional orders and refill water as needed.
- Remove dirty dishes and utensils.
- Answer Guests’ questions about ingredients and menu items.
- Inform restaurant staff about Guests’ feedback or requests (e.g., when they ask for
- Make sure families with young children get kids menus and special silverware sets.
- Food handling certification may be required according to legal regulations.
- Cleaning.
- Completing any other duties as delegated or directed by your supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be 18 years old at the time of hire.
- Previous working experience in a similar entry-level in a restaurant preferred.
- Understanding of hygiene and food safety rules.
- Have a positive attitude.
- Multi-tasking abilities.
- Ability to work well under pressure with bussers, cooks, and other staff.
- Good oral communication skills.
- Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical demands include but are not limited to:
- The employee will be required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, handle, or feel, reach with
be provided, both short term and permanent.
- Must be able to move and transport up to 35 lbs.
Qualifications
Behaviors
Preferred
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
