Seasonal Food Runner

Brewery Ommegang

Seasonal Food Runner

Cooperstown, NY
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Brewery Ommegang is recognized as a leader in the high-end beer segment. Brewery Ommegang is proud to be part of the Duvel Moortgat family of breweries which also includes Duvel USA and Boulevard Brewing Company. As the fourth largest craft brewery by volume in the United States, our beers and cider are built by our people, who are bound together by a devotion to our products and customers.

    SUMMARY

    Food Runner responsibilities include setting tables, serving food orders and removing used dishes and utensils. If you’d like to gain experience in the restaurant industry and learn how to provide an excellent dining experience, we’d like to meet you. Ultimately, you will ensure our guests have a high-quality dining experience by serving their food in a timely and accurate manner.

    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

    Deliver food orders from the kitchen to customers’ tables rapidly and accurately

    Act as the contact point between Front of the House and Back of the House staff

    Communicate food orders to chefs and pay attention to priorities and special requests (e.g. food allergies)

    Assist the wait staff with table setting by fetching and placing appropriate tableware, eating utensils and napkins

    Serve welcome drinks and hors d’oeuvres, upon guests’ arrival

    Ensure food is served in accordance with safety standards (e.g. proper temperature)

    Check in with customers and take additional orders or refill water, as needed

    Remove dirty dishes and utensils

    Answer guests’ questions about ingredients and menu items

    Inform restaurant staff about customers’ feedback or requests (e.g. when they ask for the check)

    Make sure families with young children get kids menus and special silverware sets

    Making sure all plates are set up properly with correct sauces and garnishes

    EOD clean up duties

    Learn as much beer knowledge you can with no consumption

    Keeping all stations adequately stocked

    Take pride in every single job you do

    KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

    Experience as a Food runner or similar entry-level role in a restaurant

    Understanding of hygiene and food safety rules

    Physical ability and stamina to carry heavy trays and stand for long hours

    Availability to work various shifts, including weekends

    Multi-tasking abilities

    Good oral communication skills

    Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment

    Embrace the Duvel Moortgat values: Passion, Quality, Sustainability, & Integrity

    OTHER DUTIES

    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    Requires standing for extended periods

    Frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds or more

    Repetitive Bending including bending, stooping, and twisting

  • Industry
    Human Resources