Food Runner

Nando’s•Gainesville, VA

20d•$13 - $20

About The Position

Nando’s is hiring Food Runners/Servers to help provide the Nando’s guest experience. Food Runners ensure that food reaches the correct guest in a timely manner by transporting orders from the kitchen to the appropriate table and announcing the food to the guest. They maintain a positive attitude while cleaning, setting, and resetting tables, and take responsibility for their station, tables, and side duties. Food Runners work with the team to exceed guest expectations. Full-time and part-time hours are available. Nando’s describes the role as a supportive, fun, and rewarding opportunity, with the possibility to start a restaurant career or earn additional income. Compensation varies by location and is determined based on work location, experience, and internal equity. The posting lists hourly pay ranges for Washington, DC, Virginia, Maryland, Illinois, Georgia, and Texas, in addition to average tips of $3–$4 per hour worked.

Requirements

Ability to take direction and work in a team environment.
Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
Commitment to quality service and food and beverage knowledge.
Knowledge and comprehension of safety, sanitation, and food-handling procedures.
Basic English language and professional communication skills.
Able to independently lift up to 15 pounds for an extended period.
Ability to stand, walk, and climb stairs while carrying food items and dishes throughout the shift.
Able to walk and/or stand for 8–10 hours per day.
Hand-eye coordination.
Ability to reach, bend, twist, stoop, push, pull, and lift overhead.
Ability to climb stairs in restaurants with multiple levels.

Responsibilities

Transport food orders from the kitchen to the correct guest table in a timely manner.
Announce food to guests.
Clean, set, and reset tables continuously.
Assume responsibility for the assigned station, tables, and side duties.
Work with the team to exceed guest expectations and provide the Nando’s experience.