Food Runner- AM

Four Seasons•Nashville, TN

26d

About The Position

The Food Runner - AM supports service at Bacco Restaurant & Bar, Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Nashville’s signature Italian dining destination. The role manages food flow from the kitchen to the dining room, ensuring dishes are delivered accurately, promptly, and professionally while maintaining service pace and supporting culinary and front-of-house teams. The Food Runner checks food at the pass for accuracy, quality, temperature, and presentation; delivers dishes using proper position numbers and approved service spiels; and describes menu items, preparation methods, and daily features to guests. The role stays aware of table status and course pacing, communicates guest needs and dietary information to colleagues, assists with expediting and tableside service as needed, and keeps service stations clean, stocked, safe, and organized. This is a full-time position. Scheduled days and times may vary based on business needs and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Authorization to work in the United States is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong verbal communication skills for guest interaction and team coordination.
Ability to describe menu items clearly and apply suggestive selling techniques.
Basic math and computational skills for order and check accuracy.
Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Professional demeanor, attention to detail, and strong teamwork skills.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 2–3 years of fine-dining or comparable service experience is preferred.
Knowledge of food and wine is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage food at the pass, ensuring accuracy, quality, temperature, and presentation before delivery.
Deliver food promptly to tables using proper position numbers and approved service spiels.
Describe menu items, preparation methods, and daily features clearly and confidently to guests.
Monitor table status, upcoming courses, and pacing to support smooth service flow.
Communicate with Captains, Back Servers, and kitchen teams about guest needs, allergies, and dietary restrictions.
Assist the Chef and kitchen team with food expediting to maintain proper timing and rhythm of service.
Perform tableside service as required.
Keep the expeditor station stocked with plates, wipes, doilies, and other service tools throughout service.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized dining room, pass, and service stations.
Participate in pre-shift meetings and stay current on menu items, daily features, and service expectations.
Comply with applicable federal, state, county, and local health, safety, and labor regulations.
Assist with service setup and breakdown, general cleaning, and special guest requests as needed.