Food Runner

Role : Food Runner

Location : New York City (One Fifth)

Status : Full-time, Non-Exempt

Reports to : General Manager, Assistant General Manager, Floor Manager, Chef Managers and Beverage Director

Position Summary

The Food Runner ensures seamless coordination between the kitchen and dining room, delivering dishes to guests with accuracy, urgency, and professionalism. You are responsible for presenting food with precision, describing dishes confidently, and supporting the service team to maintain Golden Steer’s timeless steakhouse experience. By moving with speed and grace, you help create a smooth, memorable dining experience for every guest.

Key Responsibilities

• Food Delivery : Run dishes from kitchen to tables swiftly, ensuring accuracy, correct temperatures, and proper presentation.
• Guest Interaction : Present and describe menu items clearly when needed, reinforcing hospitality standards.
• Team Collaboration : Support servers and bussers by anticipating needs and maintaining clear communication with kitchen staff.
• Timing & Flow : Assist in coordinating course pacing, ensuring that dishes for each table arrive together.
• Cleanliness & Organization : Keep service stations, trays, and expo areas clean, stocked, and organized at all times.
• Standards & Consistency : Uphold Golden Steer standards for polished, attentive service in every guest interaction.
• Hospitality & Professionalism : Handle guest questions courteously; escalate concerns to servers or managers as needed.

Golden Steer Core Values (How We Win)

Experience & Qualifications (Must-Haves)

Operations & Compliance

Teamwork & Culture

Physical & Scheduling Requirements

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly rate plus tips, benefits, and opportunities for growth in a chef-driven, classic steakhouse culture. Final compensation commensurate with experience.

To Apply

Please submit your resume.

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Golden Steer Steakhouse — New York