A food runner is responsible for transporting food from the kitchen to the servers. They must be able to communicate effectively with the kitchen staff and servers in order to ensure that orders are delivered promptly and accurately. Food runners must be able to lift heavy trays of food and navigate through busy dining rooms.

Food Runner Job Responsibilities

  • Transporting food from the kitchen to the dining room
  • Clearing away plates and glasses from tables
  • Resetting tables for the next service
  • Assisting with basic cleaning tasks as needed

Objectives

  • To ensure that all food is delivered to the correct table in a timely manner.
  • To keep the dining room clean and organized.
  • To provide excellent customer service to guests.

Food Runner Job Skills & Qualifications Needed

  • Some basic qualifications for a food runner include excellent customer service skills, the ability to work in a fastpaced environment, and basic math skills. Additionally, food runners should be able to lift and carry heavy trays of food, as well as navigate through busy restaurant kitchens.