Food Runner at Thompson Hospitality Corporation in silver spring, Maryland

Job Description:

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver food and beverages to guests in a timely manner, and assist in ensuring accuracy of order and adherence to quality standards.


• Understand and practice proper safe food and beverage handling procedures in accordance with local government standards.


• Know the food and beverage menu, and is able to speak to the menu from memory.


• Communicate to the manager or chef on duty when there is a guest issue to be tended to or resolved, to include special accommodations needed, guest complaints, etc.


• Complete side-work and other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) preferred


• At least 18 years of age


• If running drinks, must be of legal age to serve alcoholic beverages and must be certified in (or able to become certified in) responsible alcohol service in accordance with state or local laws


• High energy and stamina. Able to work within a fast-paced, highly mobile environment


• Able to communicate effectively in the primary language of the work


• Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure


• Able to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends, and all holidays


• Able to stand and walk for up to 10 hours per day; able to climb flights of stairs


• Able to perform essential functions and demonstrate competencies to company standards with reasonable accommodation.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE