Food Runner

Sage Hospitality•Boulder, CO

1d•$19 - $22

About The Position

Why us? Food Runner / Banquet Server $19-$22 Full Time or Part Time Hours may vary FREE RTD Eco Pass Hotel Banquet Experiece Preferred We’re looking for reliable, service-oriented individuals to join our Banquet Team! This role is ideal for those seeking steady, long-term employment with flexible scheduling. Please note: This position is intended for applicants who are available year-round. While we welcome students and others with flexible schedules, we are currently not hiring for short-term or summer-only availability. Uniquely Colorado Crafted and located in the new Heart of Boulder, The Hiltons on Canyon (Embassy Suites & Hilton Garden Inn Boulder – Canyon Boulevard & 28th Street) is your new urban retreat. Step foot into the space, and you will experience the attention to detail of these inspired properties. At Sage Hospitality we dare to be different; not only in the experience we provide our guests, but also in the experiences we provide our team members. We believe in being true to ourselves and employing our passions. We are not just looking for employees; we are looking for storytellers; we are looking for experiential guides! Our guides are laid-back but attentive, genuinely enthusiastic, and creative daydreamers who want to share their passion with others and the community! Open until 1/19/2026 Job Overview Food Runner: Responsible for the timely delivery of food and ensuring that plate presentations and food quality are of the highest standard possible. Banquet Server: Under general supervision, provides prompt and courteous food service to customers. Set-up, service and break down assigned functions in a safe, accident-free manner.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
Previous experience in similar position of 3 months or longer.
Must have basic knowledge of restaurant operations.
Ability to satisfactorily communicate in English (speak, read, write) with guests, co-workers and management to their understanding.
Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperation, and work with a minimum of supervision.
Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying up to 50 lbs to include serving trays, carts, tables, chairs, and small equipment up to 75% of the time.
Balancing, stooping kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching handling, fingering throughout the shift.
Mobility -Able to travel up to 300 feet on a regular basis throughout the shift.
Continuous standing -during preparation, during service hours or during expediting.
Must be able to see minute objects at arm’s length, to read meters and controls.
Lifting trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc. 20 -40 lbs.
Pushing carts, Queen Marys, hotbox, portable bar 50 -100 lbs.
Carrying trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc using both hands at 20 -40 lbs.
Must be able to punch buttons, grasp items in hand, and to balance and carry trays loaded with food and beverages.
Bending/kneeling: Ability to bend to lower level cabinets and lift trays.
Mobility: Maneuver in narrow areas and between seated guests.
Continuous standing required to service guest functions; 100% of the time scheduled.
Climbing approximately 12 steps 20% of 8 hours.
No driving required.
Must have moderate comprehension and literacy to read use records and all special requests.
Must have ability to perform multiple tasks at one time, must be able to follow verbal and written instruction, and be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to sound and sight details in crowded and noisy situations, particularly when handling multiple tasks.
Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.

Nice To Haves

Hotel Banquet Experiece Preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for the timely delivery of food and ensuring that plate presentations and food quality are of the highest standard possible.
Maintain complete knowledge of table/seat/station numbers, room capacity, hours of operation, proper table set-up, and dress code of the restaurant.
Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies and service procedures
Maintain complete knowledge of all liquor brands, wines, beers, and non-alcoholic selections, glassware and garnishes in the restaurant.
Maintain complete knowledge of all menu items, prices, preparation method/time, major ingredients, and quality standards of taste, appearance, texture, serving temperature, portion size, garnish, and method of presentation.
Maintain complete knowledge of and strictly abide by state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons, and drunk driving.
Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment, and use equipment only as intended.
Maintain knowledge of P.O.S. and manual systems.
Provides assistance to other employees and departments to contribute to the best overall performance of the department and the hotel.
Read BEO and know how to complete a set-up.
Set tables in assigned area correctly and uniformly.
Keep station neat and clean while servicing guest per established policies and procedures.
Use proper in-room clearing and aisle tray break-down buffet or other special food service tables and equipment.
Assist Lead Banquet Server in setting up/breaking down buffet or other special food service tables and equipment.
Greet and serve guests following guidelines set by the policies/procedures regarding the service of food and beverage.
Follow all guest check and money-handling procedures when serving a-la-carte and beverage orders.
Complete assigned sidework.
Remains attentive to the customers throughout the entire dining experience, adhering to or exceeding service standards at all times.
Able to work flexible shifts to consist of mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekend and holidays.
Travel requirements - local travel for outside catering functions only.