Role Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Restaurant Runner to join our food service team in Bahrain. The Runner plays a critical role in ensuring seamless table service by delivering bread, food items, and beverages to guests promptly while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and customer care.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet customers warmly upon their arrival and assist with seating arrangements as needed.
- Deliver bread, food orders, and beverages to tables accurately and efficiently according to established serving procedures.
- Clear and reset tables promptly between guest rotations, ensuring all surfaces, plates, and utensils meet strict hygiene standards.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining area, service stations, and back-of-house pathways throughout each shift.
- Coordinate closely with kitchen staff and servers to ensure timely delivery of all food items.
- Monitor dining areas for guest needs and communicate requests to the appropriate team members.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations at all times.
- Assist with restocking service stations, condiments, bread baskets, and other supplies as required.
- Support opening and closing duties, including setup and breakdown of service areas.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a restaurant, café, or food service environment is preferred but not required.
- Strong understanding of food hygiene and sanitation standards.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume dining environment.
- Excellent communication skills and a friendly, professional demeanor.
- Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and carry trays or food items throughout shifts.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Reliable, punctual, and committed to delivering outstanding customer service.
Essential Skills
- Food & Beverage Service — Knowledge of proper serving techniques and table etiquette.
- Hygiene & Sanitation — Commitment to maintaining impeccable cleanliness in all service areas.
- Team Collaboration — Ability to work harmoniously with kitchen and front-of-house teams.
- Time Management — Efficiently prioritize tasks during busy service periods.
- Attention to Detail — Ensure accuracy in food delivery and table presentation.
- Customer Interaction — Provide a welcoming and pleasant dining experience for all guests.