Runner - Carversteak NY

Carver Road Hospitality•New York, NY

11d•$17 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Carver Road Hospitality is hiring professional Food Runners for Carversteak NY, a restaurant concept featuring culinary leadership by Daniel Ontiveros, mixology by Francesco Lafranconi, and design by Rockwell Group led by David Rockwell. The Food Runner sets up and carries trays, delivers food from the kitchen to guests, describes dishes, and assists the Chef with organizing the line. The role requires professional, attentive guest service and close communication with front- and back-of-house teams in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Requirements

Previous hospitality experience in a high-volume restaurant or lounge.
Ability to stand, lift, and bend for extended periods.
Ability to bend and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform tasks involving repetitive motion.
Ability to work and remain focused in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes varying shifts, days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Set up and carry trays and deliver food from the kitchen to guests.
Describe dishes, ingredients, and preparation to guests when announcing each dish.
Ask guests about allergies and dietary restrictions.
Ensure guests have everything they need at the table after food is delivered, and deliver food promptly.
Polish utensils, steak knives, and plates; restock runner and kitchen stations.
Perform tableside service and French serving.
Follow Department of Health and Company sanitation standards.
Communicate guest needs to front-of-house and back-of-house staff, managers, and chefs.
Set up and break down the runner station and complete opening and closing procedures as directed by management.
Attend and participate in daily pre-service meetings and staff training opportunities.
Work collaboratively and support other employees.
Maintain professional appearance standards and cleanliness of assigned stations and the venue.
Anticipate and accommodate guest needs while providing professional service.
Assist the Chef in organizing the line.