Join our team at Lighthouse Rooftop, where we strive to deliver an exceptional dining experience in Long Island City. We are seeking a dedicated Busser / Food Runner who shares our passion for hospitality and teamwork.
Role Overview:
As a Busser / Food Runner, you play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our restaurant. You will assist in maintaining efficient service flow and creating a positive dining atmosphere for our guests. This position involves supporting both front-of-house and back-of-house teams with various tasks.
Requirements:
- Minimum 1+ years of Food Runner experience in a high-volume, fine dining setting
- Friendly and approachable demeanor, with a natural instinct for delivering outstanding hospitality
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and multitask effectively
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Capacity to follow instructions and execute tasks promptly
- Strong commitment to cleanliness and maintaining high service standards
- Proactive attitude in anticipating and fulfilling guest needs
- Professional appearance and demeanor, exceeding guest expectations with a polished service style
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Passionate, entrepreneurial spirit with a dedication to success
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in delivering high-quality food and beverage service to enhance the guest dining experience
- Ensure prompt and accurate delivery of food and drink orders to tables, supporting servers as necessary
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas throughout shifts
- Uphold dining ambiance with a positive and professional attitude
- Demonstrate knowledge of menu items and daily specials
- Participate actively in pre-service meetings
- Adhere to sanitation, safety, and alcohol beverage control policies
- Complete assigned side work and follow company procedures diligently
- Arrive punctually for scheduled shifts, dressed in appropriate uniform
- Perform additional duties as required to support business operations
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods
- Regularly navigate work areas, bend, lift, and reach above shoulder height in a dynamic environment
Compensation:
$10.65 per hour plus tips
If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.
Lighthouse Rooftop is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.