Food Runner

Discovery Land Company • Nashville, TN

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Troubadour Golf & Field Club is seeking a Food Runner to join its Food & Beverage Department. The role is responsible for picking up and delivering food and beverage items to the correct tables promptly, and for clearing plates, glassware, and silverware throughout service. Food Runners help create the Discovery Land Company experience for members, guests, and fellow employees. This is a part-time hourly position with a starting rate of $15 per hour plus gratuities.

The Food Runner delivers dishes to the appropriate seats, explains items briefly, responds to guest needs, and assists kitchen staff with accurate and efficient plating and delivery. The role also involves preparing and restocking the runner station, maintaining cleanliness and organization, knowing the menu and restaurant procedures, and following food safety and security standards. The position is located at Troubadour Golf & Field Club, outside Nashville, Tennessee.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least three months of experience in a fine-dining or high-volume environment at a high-end restaurant, resort, or private club.
• Knowledge of HACCP and local food safety standards; possess or be able to obtain a State Food Safety Certificate.
• Knowledge of food and beverage operations.
• Extraordinary attention to detail, quality, and service.
• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to serve members, guests, and team members.
• Ability to work flexible hours and schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to stay calm and focused during busy periods.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to meet physical demands, including working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions; standing, walking, and moving for more than eight hours; and lifting and carrying items sometimes exceeding 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Additional language skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food items to guest tables, ensuring each dish is delivered to the proper seat.
• Clear unused items from tables, check water glass levels, and refill water as needed.
• Replace silverware as needed during service.
• Check nearby restaurant areas for items that need to be cleared.
• Briefly explain delivered items to guests and ask whether they need anything else.
• Assist kitchen staff with proper plating and ensure dishes match ticket descriptions and are delivered accurately and efficiently, including condiments and sauces.
• Prepare the runner station for each meal period according to the checklist, restock as needed, and keep the area clean and organized.
• Know menu items and be prepared to answer guest questions.
• Follow restaurant policies, procedures, training, safety, and security practices.
• Adhere to food safety, cleanliness, and safety standards.
• Attend briefings, meetings, and training as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay or wage range, where applicable based on state or regional laws.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for full-time, year-round employees only.
• 401(k) contribution for full-time, year-round employees only.
• Paid time off and paid holidays for full-time, year-round employees only.
• Employee meals.
• Referral incentives.
• Recognition programs.
• Holiday pay.
• Professional development and upward mobility opportunities.
• Work-family culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED