Food Runner

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Job Description Summary

Position Summary

As a Food Runner serves as the crucial link between the kitchen and the dining room. Responsible for ensuring that dishes are accurately prepared, properly garnished, and delivered to guests in a timely and professional manner, this role is vital to maintaining food quality, order accuracy, and exceptional customer service.

Job Description

We’re looking for energetic team members to join our restaurant as Food Runners. You’ll be the link between the kitchen and dining room, making sure every dish looks perfect and arrives on time.

What You’ll Do

• Keep ticket flow smooth and communicate with the kitchen & servers
• Check plates for accuracy, quality, and presentation
• Deliver food quickly, professionally, and with a smile
• Announce dishes clearly at the table
• Anticipate guest needs and support servers
• Maintain a clean, organized expo line

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication & teamwork skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail and time management
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, and carry trays
• Flexible schedule (nights, weekends, holidays)
• Restaurant/hospitality experience preferred, but not required

Why Join Us

• Supportive, respectful team environment
• Opportunities to learn and grow
• Be part of creating memorable guest experiences

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.