Food Runner- DFOC

Job TypePart-time, TemporaryDescriptionAt Dead Freddies Island Grill, food runners are the link between the galley and the guest experience - ensuring every dish arrives quickly, accurately, and looking its best in a high-volume, fast-paced pirate restaurant environment. This role requires speed, attention to detail, strong communication, and teamwork while maintaining high standards of presentation and service.The Food Runner is responsible for delivering food from the kitchen to guests promptly and accurately, confirming plate presentation, verifying modifiers and allergies, and assisting in maintaining smooth service flow. You will work closely with the expo team, and support staff to ensure orders leave the window correctly and reach the right tables without delay. Food runners help maintain clean service areas, assist with stocking and resetting stations, and support overall floor efficiency during peak hours.This is a fast-moving, team-driven role designed to support both the kitchen and front-of-house teams. Food runners play a critical part in maintaining speed of service, food quality, and guest satisfaction during high-volume shifts.Successful food runners at Dead Freddies thrive under pressure, stay organized while moving quickly, and communicate clearly with teammates. Ideal candidates are dependable, energetic, detail-oriented, and comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in changing conditions.If you're ready to keep the ship moving, deliver plates with speed and precision, and help create smooth, memorable service experiences, Dead Freddies Island Grill is your next port of call.RequirementsAbility to work in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environmentStrong sense of urgency and attention to detailAbility to carry multiple plates or trays safely and efficientlyComfortable being on your feet and walking continuously for extended periodsAbility to lift and carry 25+ poundsStrong communication skills and team-oriented mindsetWillingness to learn and follow Dead Freddies service standardsDeliver food from the kitchen to guests quickly, safely, and accuratelyVerify plates match tickets and in correct seat number positionMaintain strong communication with expo, and support staff during serviceEnsure proper food presentation and report any quality issues immediatelyAssist with maintaining organized food windows and clear pathways between kitchen and dining areasRun sauces, condiments, and additional items as needed to support guest experienceHelp maintain clean and stocked service stations throughout the shiftSupport table maintenance by assisting with pre-bussing when neededMaintain awareness of table numbers, sections, and restaurant layout to improve efficiencyFollow all food safety and sanitation standards at all timescomplete opening, closing, and side work tasks as assignedSalary Description