FOOD & DRINK RUNNER / SHOTO WASHINGTON DC
About The Position
SHOTO Washington DC is the latest concept from renowned restaurateurs and venture capitalist Arjun Waney (ZUMA, ROKA, COYA, La Petite Maison [LPM] & The Arts Club). Launched in the heart of the Nation's Capital, SHOTO offers a contemporary, sophisticated twist on the Japanese izakaya style of informal dining, while respecting traditional techniques and culture. The 140-seat boutique Japanese restaurant, designed by world-renowned interior designer Noriyoshi Muramatsu of Studio Glitt in Tokyo, features a bar-lounge area, wine, sake, and whisky cellars, an open kitchen with a robata grill and sushi counter seating, private dining rooms, and an intimate, landscaped outdoor terrace. Showcasing the unique flavors of modern Japanese-influenced cuisine, the menu features a variety of shared plates, including snacks, sushi, and tempura, as well as skewers of meats, fish, poultry, and seafood from the robata grill. The high-energy bar and lounge at SHOTO will offer bespoke, handcrafted specialty cocktails and an extensive selection of Japanese Sake, Shochu, and rare, hard-to-find Whisky. SHOTO Washington DC is located at Midtown Center, 1100 15th Street NW, Washington DC 20005. Our entrance is on L Street NW, between 15th and 16th Streets NW. Our Company offers the following benefits to successful applicants: Included in the tip pool, with competitive annual earnings based on base pay rate plus tips Competitive compensation package reflecting experience, performance, and tip participation Partial employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance Employer-paid life insurance Commuter benefit program Freshly prepared staff meals while on duty Employee dining discount program Extensive training, professional development, and career advancement opportunities Flexible scheduling, with availability required for lunch and dinner shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays We look forward to being in contact and providing you with the necessary tools to grow within our community and in your personal and professional life. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. SHOTO Washington, DC, is an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a food runner or in an upscale dining environment preferred
- Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail when delivering food and beverages
- Ability to clearly identify menu items and communicate with servers and kitchen staff
- Excellent teamwork skills and a positive, professional demeanor
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Strong communication skills and ability to follow directions
- Physically able to stand for extended periods and carry trays or plates safely
- Commitment to cleanliness, organization, and proper food handling standards
- Availability to work lunch and dinner shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Benefits
- Included in the tip pool, with competitive annual earnings based on base pay rate plus tips
- Competitive compensation package reflecting experience, performance, and tip participation
- Partial employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Commuter benefit program
- Freshly prepared staff meals while on duty
- Employee dining discount program
- Extensive training, professional development, and career advancement opportunities
- Flexible scheduling, with availability required for lunch and dinner shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
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