What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Runner - Country Club position at Vasari Country Club Master Association?
SUMMARY
A Food Runner is responsible for supporting waitstaff in carrying beverages and meal items to designated tables. Their duties include communicating with Servers 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.
HOURS/DAYS
Hours and days fluctuate according to the wants and needs of the members and guests.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Deliver food orders to Members quickly and accurately.
- Uphold sanitation and food safety principles.
- Bus tables by removing dirty dishes and trash.
- Check in with Members to ensure their experience is satisfactory.
- Relay reports of Member satisfaction to the management and relevant parties.
- Ensure members 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 Members.
- A Food Runner must be able to multitask to ensure Members get their orders promptly.
- Food Runners will have to possess a high degree of organizational skills to easily locate tables and bar patrons to fulfill everyone’s orders.
- A Food Runner needs excellent communication skills to ensure they meet Members’ requests. Not only does the Food Runner have to listen to learn where the food needs to go, but they also must communicate with the Members whether it’s checking on their satisfaction or taking an impromptu request.
- Food Runners spend most of their shift standing, so they need to be able to remain on their feet for several hours straight. Additionally, they should be able to carry about 30 pounds easily.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Food and beverage knowledge desired. Excellent communication skills are essential. Must be a team player and Member service oriented.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical activities required on a daily basis will consist of standing and walking for long periods of time. Must be able to lift 30 – 50 pounds. Must be able to work long hours during the season.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment will entail all food and beverage outlets. While performing the duties of this job, the associate occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
No one Job Description, for any one position, can possibly encompass all responsibilities, which may be requested. The above Job Description defined, is a summary of the major responsibilities of the position. The objective of any position is to effectively provide the services and support for Vasari Country Club.
