Food Runner
Lockwood Hotel (Charlestowne Hotels)•Waterville, IA
•Onsite
About The Position
We are looking for talented people to join the team! The expediter/food runner is responsible for executing a high level of consistent plates according to standards, maintaining a clean and sanitized work area, and must be able to exhibit impeccable food presentation and exceed guest expectations.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Ability to read, write, convert measurements and follow a recipe
Nice To Haves
- two years’ experience in food service preferred
- ServSafe certified preferred
Responsibilities
- Ensure every plate leaving the kitchen is of the highest quality, properly plated, and made to accommodate any special requests before delivering to tables
- Set up stations and collect all necessary items to prepare menu for service
- Prepare a variety of foods including garnish, vegetable and cold food items
- Cover, date and correctly store all food items as per safe food-handling procedures
- Inform chef in advance of likely shortages
- Ensure the correct temperature of food
- Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufactures instructions
- Close the kitchen correctly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations
- Maintain an organized and sanitized work area at all times
- Make sure all storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately
- Constantly use safe and hygienic food handling practices
- Assist staff with other duties as assigned by kitchen manager
- Cleans kitchen before and after shift
- Report any unforeseen circumstances, maintenance needs or faulty equipment to the manager
- Perform all reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors/Managers
- Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures
- Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager
- Ensure uniform and personal appearance is clean and professional
- Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with others and create a fun, positive, and creative work environment
- Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
