Food Runner at Rowland's Bar and Grill

The Opportunity 

Delaware North's Patina Restaurant Group is hiring a full time Food Runner to join our team at Rowlands Bar and Grill in New York, New York. As a Food Runner, you will be responsible for expediting food from the kitchen to our guests as quickly as possible while responding to changing needs in the restaurant.

Pay

Please note this is a tipped position, the hourly minimum pay listed doesn’t include any potential tipped earnings.

$10.65 - $10.65 / hour
Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

Benefits 

We care about our team member’s personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:

• Weekly pay
• Employee assistance program 
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Flexible work schedules

Eligible team members may also receive: health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.

Responsibilities 

• Attend pre-shift briefing, taking note of relevant information including service scheduling, organization, food and beverage, guest notes, etc. 
• Move food from the kitchen to the customer as quickly as possible by receiving food ticket orders, sorting them in kitchen stations, and notifying servers when dishes are complete. 
• May assemble some food items and ensure garnishes are placed on the food before it goes out.
• Coordinate with Chef and kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of food. 
• Complete any required table-side service which may include taking orders, delivering, and explaining menu to customers, etc. 
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of all menu items, ingredients and preparations; be able to identify menu items and ingredients by appearance. 
• Assist captains and back servers with the presentation of courses, explaining any relevant menu items if it is missed.  
• Communicate effectively with guests, co-workers and management. 
• Be able to perform opening, mid and closing duties as outlined by management. 
• Maintain kitchen and dining room cleanliness and organization at all times. 
• Assist in counting china, glass, silver and linen. 

Qualifications 

• 1 year experience or training as a Runner or Busser with a similar style of dining, capacity, and volume.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays in addition to normal business hours, as needed.
• Excellent communication skills.

Physical Requirements 

• Constant standing, walking, bending, reaching and repetitive motions.  
• Ability to maneuver between tables and around corners.
• Ability to lift, balance and move large food trays, weighing up to 35 lbs.
• Visual acuity and hearing sufficient to take orders and prepare checks.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds for set-up, service and clean-up.
• Ability to stand or walk for entire length of shift; may include walking up and down stairs.

Shift Details 

Day shift
Evening shift
Holidays
Weekends
Evenings as needed

Who We Are 

Delaware North's Patina Restaurant Group is a leader in food service management, operating some of the busiest and most famous kitchens in the world. This is no exception when it comes to serving up exquisite cuisines and unforgettable dining experiences in the Park Avenue area of New York at Naples 45, La Fonda Del Sol, Cucina and Co, Cafe Centro, Met Life Admin, and Cucina Express.

At Delaware North, you’ll love where you work, who you work with, and how your day unfolds. Whether it’s in sporting venues, casinos, airports, national parks, iconic hotels, or premier restaurants, there’s no telling where your career can ultimately take you. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, stability and growth. If you have drive and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.

Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.