Food Runner

  • El Vez
  • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • Full Time
Required Years of Experience

0-1 years

Job Details

As bright and boisterous as a joy ride in a Tijuana taxi, El Vez exudes fun at every conceivable turn. Affiliated with STARR Restaurants , the flashy, frenetic Latin decor, featuring high-backed velvet Hollywood booths and an eye-popping low-rider bike elevated above the dining room, creates the perfect conditions for memorable food and drink. Unexpected interpretations of Mexican classics join traditional cooking on the expansive menu, complemented by a bar that boasts one of the biggest tequila selections and the best margaritas in the city. Striking the ideal balance between a south-of-the-border celebration and a hot and flashy Las Vegas blowout, El Vez is the embodiment of Mex-Eclectic spirit.

The team is seeking Food Runners who love classic Mexican cocktails & cuisine, but more importantly providing a unique experience to patrons!

This position offers a comprehensive package including:

  • Competitive Hourly Rate
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Referral Bonus Programs
  • Dining Discounts at over 25 Affiliated STARR Restaurants
  • Opportunity for Career Advancement and Professional Growth

Qualified candidates will have:
  • Assist servers as necessary
  • Maintain the pass's cleanliness, support chefs with plates and serving utensils, and ticket times.
  • Run food from pass to tables
  • Check silverware, plate ware for cleanliness, defective pieces
  • Proper stacking of soiled plates and glasses in the dish-room
  • Maintain cleanliness standards throughout the restaurant
  • Day time availability

El Vez is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly (Based on Experience) plus tips

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Carrying Multiple Items

Carrying Trays

Attention to Detail

Maintain Cleanliness Standards

Time Management

Maintaining cleanliness

Customer Service Orientation

Run Food From Pass to Tables

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Maintaining Cleanliness in the Kitchen and Dining Room

Communication Skills

Check Silverware and Plate Ware for Cleanliness

Adaptability

Can Lift Up to 50 Lbs

Problem Solving Skills

Checking Silverware and Plateware for Cleanliness

Multitasking

Maintain Pass's Cleanliness

Work Ethic

Running Food to Tables

Positive Attitude

Support Chefs With Plates and Serving Utensils

Ability to follow instructions

Proper Stacking of Soiled Plates and Glasses in the Dish Room

Collaboration

Day Time Availability

Organizational Skills

Communication

Commitment to Cleanliness and Hygiene

Maintaining Cleanliness Standards Throughout the Restaurant

Checking Silverware and Plate Ware for Cleanliness

Following Steps of Service

Proper Stacking of Soiled Plates and Glasses

Teamwork

Assisting Chefs With Plates and Serving Utensils

Team Player

Following Ticket Times

Table Service

Basic Knowledge of Mexican Cocktails and Cuisine

Setting Tables

Ability to Provide a Unique Experience to Patrons

Friendliness to Guests

Verbal Communication

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Job ID: 477691615
Originally Posted on: 5/19/2025

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