Food Runner

Description:

As a Food Runner at Olive Garden, you are a crucial partner in delivering the unparalleled experience our guests expect. Your primary focus is the swift and correct delivery of our freshly prepared, signature Italian dishes from the kitchen straight to the table. You play a key role in making every guest feel truly welcomed, contributing directly to the warm, family-style atmosphere we strive for. This position involves active collaboration with our entire service staff to maintain a smooth and efficient flow of operations throughout the dining room, ensuring every visit is memorable. A strong dedication to the highest standards of restaurant hygiene, cleanliness, and safety procedures is essential, guaranteeing a healthy and comfortable environment for everyone.

Responsibilities:

• Quickly and precisely transport prepared food from the kitchen to the assigned guest tables, verifying that each plate is properly presented and served at the correct temperature.
• Actively assist servers by clearing plates (pre-bussing) and ensuring all dining areas are consistently tidy and prepared for the next guests.
• Maintain clear and constant communication with both the culinary team and the servers to guarantee accurate order timing and overall guest satisfaction.
• Be attentive to the dining room environment, anticipating guest needs, and offering proactive support to the front-of-house team.
• Strictly follow all established food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations to maintain a secure and healthful workspace for the team and patrons.
• Enhance the dining service by guaranteeing that all food items are delivered correctly and without delay.

Benefits:

• A variety of schedule options to help accommodate your personal commitments (e.g., school, family obligations).
• Enjoy a complimentary Employee Meal during your shift!
• Receive pay on a weekly basis.
• Eligibility for Anniversary pay.
• Accrue Paid Sick Leave (starting at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, beginning on your first day).
• Access to Paid Family and Medical Leave (up to 2 weeks available after one year of employment).
• Comprehensive Medical and dental insurance options.
• Ongoing professional development and training to build essential skills for career growth within the company.
• Employee discounts on a range of products and services, including cellphones, travel, and electronics.
• Participate in the 401(k) savings plan (with Company matching contributions available after one year of service).
• Significant opportunities for management advancement (over half of our current managers were promoted from hourly positions!).

FAQ's:

Q) Does Olive Garden hire for Italian-style dining service?

A) Yes, roles support full-service Italian restaurant operations.

Q) Are unlimited menu offerings part of server responsibilities?

A) Yes, servers manage refills and guest requests.

Q) Do kitchen roles focus on batch preparation?

A) Yes, kitchens prepare items in coordinated batches.

Q) Is teamwork between service and kitchen emphasized?

A) Yes, coordination is essential during peak dining times.

Q) Are dining room pacing skills important?

A) Yes, managing table turnover is part of the role.