Expeditor - Food Runner

The Desert Highlands Association•Scottsdale, AZ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Runner / Expeditor supports the service team by ensuring prompt, accurate, and courteous delivery of food and beverages, maintaining clean and organized service areas, and coordinating between the kitchen and dining staff. This role is essential in creating a seamless dining experience for members and guests, while also supporting banquet and event functions as needed.

Requirements

Less than High School Education; or up to one month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Food Handlers Certificate
Must be Nineteen Years of Age (To serve alcohol)
Present a positive, professional image
Must be self-motivated and customer service oriented
Strong interpersonal as well as written and oral communication skills
Reliable and predictable attendance
Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions; skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards

Responsibilities

Assists servers and server assistants in providing efficient, attentive service to members and guests.
Ensures all service stations are stocked, clean, and ready for service throughout the shift.
Delivers food and beverages to tables promptly and accurately, following service standards and seat positions
Maintains cleanliness and organization of dining and service areas, including clearing and resetting tables
Supports banquet and special event operations, including setup, breakdown, and execution according to Banquet Event Orders
Ensures banquet and meeting areas are clean, orderly, and properly stocked with necessary equipment and materials
Monitors and reports guest concerns, equipment issues, or service needs promptly to the supervisor or manager
Performs additional duties as assigned to ensure high-quality service and smooth food and beverage operations
Prepare meeting rooms and function areas in advance, ensuring setups match Banquet Event Order specifications
Assist with event setup and breakdown, including tables, chairs, linens, China, glassware, and other required materials (lifting up to 50 lbs)
Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of banquet spaces, public areas, storerooms, and equipment
Support event needs by setting lighting, props, decorations, coffee breaks, and related details according to standards
Monitor equipment and supplies, reporting any issues to supervisors promptly
Ensure all event requirements are completed on schedule and assist with preparing for upcoming functions.