Ema Austin is opening late Fall 2025 : We are hiring people to join our team as FOOD RUNNERS!
If you are interested in multiple positions you only need to complete one application!
Open Interviews will begin on November 4th :
- When : Monday - Friday from 10AM - 4PM
- Where : Ema Austin - 3120 Palm Way Suite 170 Austin, TX 78758
Upon completing your application :
What's next? You will receive an email that invites you to schedule an interview. Please choose the date and time that works best for youWhat if I am interested in more than one job title? You only need to complete ONE application.How many interviews should I schedule? Please schedule ONLY ONE interview date and time . We encourage you to discuss all the positions you are interested in during your initial interviewIf you need to reschedule your interview time : No problem! Just send a mess age to the team to request a new date and time.A Few of Our Food Runner Benefits :
Restaurant DiscountsEmployee Assistance Program - Focusing on a Commitment to Mental Health & WellnessPaid Vacation for Qualifying EmployeesBlue Cross Blue Shield Medical InsuranceDental & Vision InsuranceLife, Accident Protection & Critical Illness InsuranceDomestic Partner Benefits401(k)Tipped role; compensation range includes tips.
Coming soon to Austin, Texas at The Domain - NORTHSIDE in fall 2025! Ēma, meaning “mother” in Hebrew, is a Mediterranean restaurant featuring Chef Partner CJ Jacobson's lighter-style of California cooking. With its sister restaurant, Aba, located on South Congress, Ema aims to transport diners to a sun-drenched summer day in the Mediterranean year-round with both indoor and outdoor dining spaces.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Food Runners are responsible for continual set-up and prompt delivery of food to guests when the order is completed by the kitchen. Also responsible for ensuring that the highest quality of food presentation is being maintained.
Essential Functions
Promptly deliver food to the correct guests according to table and position numbersAvailable to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekendsSafely and effectively transport food or beverages to a table of three in a single tripSafely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipmentAbility to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken directionAbility to multi-task calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environmentWork in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levelsAble to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and / or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and / or lift up to 50 poundsAbility to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfacesKey Responsibilities and Duties
Ensure the overall guest experience exceeds expectations and anticipate guests’ needsGreet guests with a warm, sincere smileUse tact and good judgement when dealing with guest challenges and respond to guest needs with patience and courtesyRead and check each order for any special instructions and / or restrictions before taking it out of the kitchenConfirm that each order has the appropriate preparation, plateware, garnish, presentation, necessary serving utensils and is complete before taking it out of the kitchenCommunicate any food concerns to the CoordinatorCommunicate and follow up on any guest request or concernFollow all steps of serviceUnderstand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders / restrictionsComply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and proceduresFollow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee HandbookGet along well with others and be a team playerOther duties will be assigned as needed#CAPOST
Skills Required
Fast-Paced Experience