Job Summary
( $5.50 HR + GREAT TIPS)
Biga is looking for experienced BUSSERS/FOOD RUNNERS. We are a sustainable, from-scratch kitchen that uses top quality local produce, seafood and meats. Applicants should have high professional standards, and have experience in a fast paced dining environment. If you’d like to gain experience in the restaurant industry and learn how to provide an excellent dining experience, we’d like to meet you. You must be available weekends, evenings and holidays.
BUSSERS/FOOD RUNNERS must have the following credentials:
Responsibilities
- Deliver food orders from the kitchen to customers’ tables rapidly and accurately
- Act as the contact point between Front of the House and Back of the House staff
- Communicate food orders to chefs, paying attention to priorities and special requests (e.g. food allergies)
- Assist the wait staff with table setting by fetching and placing appropriate tableware, eating utensils and napkins
- Serve welcome drinks and hors d’oeuvres, upon guests’ arrival
- Ensure food is served in accordance with safety standards (e.g. proper temperature)
- Check in with customers and take additional orders or refill water, as needed
- Remove dirty dishes and utensils
- Answer guests’ questions about ingredients and menu items
- Inform restaurant staff about customers’ feedback or requests (e.g. when they ask for the check)
- Make sure families with young children get kids menus and special silverware sets
Skills
- Experience as a Food Expeditor or similar entry-level role in a restaurant
- Understanding of hygiene and food safety rules
- Physical ability and stamina to carry heavy trays and stand for long hours
- Availability to work various shifts, including weekends
- Multi-tasking abilities
- Good oral communication skills
- Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment
- Degree in hospitality or restaurant management is a plus
- Be able to work ALL holidays including: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, Easter, & Mother's Day.
Qualified candidates will be contacted and scheduled for an interview.
Job Type: Part-time
Base Pay: $5.50 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
