Food Runner

We have food runner openings at our East Hampton and Water Mill locations. To apply, send your resume to recruiting@explorekissaki.com with ‘Food Runner’ in the subject line. You can also reach out to our recruitment team with any questions.

Department Front of House
Job Title  Server Assistant/Food Runner
Reports to General Manager, Dining Room Manager
 

General Description:Responsible for delivering food to guests and keeping the dining room guest tables clean and organized during service.  

 

Hours: 30-40 / week☐  Exempt☒  Nonexempt
REQUIREMENTS
Operations:

  • Complete opening side work checklist for shift daily
  • Set up the dining room
  • Active movement between dining room and kitchen to run food
  • Clear tables after guests, wipe tables or seats with dampened sanitation cloths
  • Remove used pitchers, buckets, cups, napkins, trays when guests no longer need them
  • Stack dirty food trays and other tableware in the kitchen for cleaning. 
  • Maintain cleanliness and stocking of side stations  throughout the shift 
  • Place dirty towels in their appropriate location
  • Complete closing side work checklist for shift daily, including cleaning the dining room
  • Maintains general knowledge of the restaurant, location, transportation, management team, etc.
  • Keep work area clean and organized 
  • Inform Manager on Duty immediately of any DOH or OSHA/workplace safety violations
  • Be a team player—support and assist your fellow team members whenever possible
  • Attend mandatory team meetings
  • Complete other duties as assigned by Management

Essential Functions:

  • The ability to proficiently speak, understand, read and write in English
  • The ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal direction
  • The ability to understand basic math
  • The ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • The ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis
  • The ability to bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day
  • The ability to adapt to a fast-paced and challenging work environment
  • The ability to approach their work with a sense of ownership and work with a sense of urgency
  • The ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, and a variable schedule, per the needs of the business
  • The ability to perform essential job functions under pressure and maintain professionalism when under stress
  • The ability to consistently meet Kissaki’s hygiene and grooming standards, as outlined by Employee Handbook
  • The ability to adhere to posted schedule and clock in/out at times
  • The ability to adhere to all HR policies and guidelines
  • The ability to adhere to all Kissaki and/or state and local COVID related health and safety guidelines
Work Experience Requirements
  • 0-1 years’ experience as a Server Assistant of similar caliber concept 
Education Requirements
  • Must be 18 years old
  • TIPS Certification, preferred