Fine Dining Food Runner/Back Wait - Part Time
About The Position
The Fearrington House Restaurant is a Relais & Châteaux property known for refined hospitality, seasonal cuisine, and an exceptional dining experience in a beautiful countryside setting just outside Chapel Hill. Our team is dedicated to delivering thoughtful, seamless service at every touchpoint. Position Summary We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Food Runner / Backwait to support our front-of-house team during evening service. This role is essential to maintaining the flow of service and ensuring each guest experience is executed with precision and care. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow in hospitality and gain experience in a fine dining environment.
Requirements
- Previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred, but not required
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and a team-oriented mindset
- Professional, positive attitude
- Must be available Thursday through Sunday evenings
Responsibilities
- Deliver food from the kitchen to guests promptly and accurately
- Assist servers with table maintenance, including clearing, resetting, and water service
- Support seamless communication between kitchen and front-of-house teams
- Ensure dining areas remain clean, organized, and service-ready at all times
- Assist with polishing, stocking, and preparing service stations
- Anticipate team and guest needs to support an elevated dining experience
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in a nationally recognized, award-winning restaurant
- A supportive, team-oriented environment with opportunities for growth
- Competitive hourly pay
- Employee dining and retail discounts across Fearrington Village
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
