Food Runner/Busser

Food Runner/Busser


Company
Restaurant Aleksandar
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time and Part-time
Salary
12–16 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
Via
Glassdoor

Job Description
About us

Restaurant Aleksandar in Rittenhouse is looking for host and FOH support staff. We offer flexible scheduling. Positive work culture and life balance is important to us.

Responsibilities include
• Provide excellent customer service
• Greet customers and present menus
• Guide guests to tables
• Familiarity with Open Table is a +
• To go order processing
• Arrange reservations
• Cooperate and communicate with all serving and kitchen staff
• Adhere to all relevant health department rules/regulations and all customer service guidelines
• Coat check
• Clearing and resetting tables
• Run food to tables

Responsibilities:
- Deliver food orders from the kitchen to customers' tables in a timely manner
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of food orders before delivering them to customers
- Assist with food preparation and plating when necessary
- Collaborate with kitchen staff and servers to ensure smooth and efficient service
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining area and workstations
- Provide exceptional customer service by addressing any customer concerns or inquiries promptly
- Follow all safety and sanitation procedures to maintain a clean and safe working environment

Skills:
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with customers, kitchen staff, and servers
- Previous experience in a hotel or restaurant setting is preferred
- Strong customer service skills to provide a positive dining experience for guests
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Knowledge of food service procedures and proper food handling techniques
- Proficient in using POS (Point of Sale) systems for order processing and payment transactions
- Ability to work as part of a team and contribute to a positive work environment

If you enjoy working in a dynamic restaurant environment and have a passion for providing excellent guest service, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as a Food Runner!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Shift:
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Work Location: In person

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