Food Runner

Troon•Fort Myers, FL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Esplanade Lake Club in Fort Myers, Florida, is hiring a part-time Food Runner at the Bahama Bar. The role assists servers by delivering kitchen orders to guests and keeping back-of-house areas clean, organized, and stocked. The Food Runner helps create memorable dining experiences through personalized, genuine interactions and works in a fast-paced hospitality environment. Compensation is $15.00 per hour. The position includes eligibility for medical benefits if determined by ACA measurement, a 401(k) with employer match for associates age 19 and older, and service charges, subject to applicable plan terms and company policies.

Requirements

High school education, up to one month of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
ServSafe Certified (Food Handler & Alcohol) or TIPS equivalent.
Meet state age requirements for handling alcoholic beverages.
Ability to read and speak English may be required to perform job duties, including communicating with English-speaking customers or coworkers and using equipment manuals.
Strong ability to multitask.
Strong communication skills.
Attention to cleanliness and safety.
Patience and a customer-oriented approach.
Excellent people skills and a friendly attitude.
Responsible and trustworthy.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Food Runner or in a similar entry-level restaurant role.

Responsibilities

Ensure materials used by servers and expeditors are clean and ready for daily operation.
Know the position of each diner’s chair in the dining rooms and lounges.
Set the outside line with underliner plates, flatware, doilies, linen napkins, and other items needed to deliver food.
Organize plates in the window and match them with tickets before running food to tables.
Set tables in accordance with facility standards.
Answer guests’ questions about ingredients and menu items.
Inform restaurant staff about customer feedback and requests, such as requests for the check.
Ensure menu items are prepared exactly as specified on each ticket.
Deliver food orders from the kitchen to customers’ tables rapidly and accurately.
Resolve discrepancies with the chef or expeditor before delivering an item so it meets the ticket specifications.
Remove unused place settings and clear dishes in front of guests after a course is completed.
Keep workstations stocked with items and ingredients.
Clean workstations, take out trash, and vacuum the dining room.
Incorporate safe work practices into job performance.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Perform other duties as required.