Urban Farmer is seeking a part-time Food Runner PM (Part-Time) to join our culinary team. Portland's most sophisticated Farmer-to-Table steakhouse, located on the 8th floor of the Nines Hotel. We take advantage of Oregon’s bounty and use locally sourced ingredients and meats to distinguish our food as the best in the city.
As part of the Sage Restaurant Group, we focus on building "independent" restaurants and lounges bordering our hotels in prime locations. We connect with the people that live and work in the communities we serve by providing highly designed, innovative, locally focused food and beverage experiences. Surrounded by farms, forests and the ocean, Portland is one of America’s booming food cities with year-round Farmers’ Markets and artisans creating and making some of the most delicious goods in America. It’s a chefs’ playground.
Job OverviewFood Runner is responsible for the timely delivery of food and ensuring that plate presentations and food quality are of the highest standard possible.
Responsibilities Responsible for the timely delivery of food and ensuring that plate presentations and food quality are of the highest standard possible.Maintain complete knowledge of table/seat/station numbers, room capacity, hours of operation, proper table set-up, and dress code of the restaurant.Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies and service proceduresMaintain complete knowledge of all liquor brands, wines, beers, and non-alcoholic selections, glassware and garnishes in the restaurant.Maintain complete knowledge of all menu items, prices, preparation method/time, major ingredients, and quality standards of taste, appearance, texture, serving temperature, portion size, garnish, and method of presentation.Maintain complete knowledge of and strictly abide by state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons, and drunk driving.Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment, and use equipment only as intended.Maintain knowledge of P.O.S. and manual systems.Provides assistance to other employees and departments to contribute to the best overall performance of the department and the hotel. QualificationsEducation/Formal Training
High school education or equivalent.
Experience
Previous experience in similar position of 3 months or longer.
Knowledge/Skills
Must have basic knowledge of restaurant operations.Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to satisfactorily communicate in English (speak, read, write) with guests, co-workers and management to their understanding.Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperation, and work with a minimum of supervision.Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying up to 50 lbs to include serving trays, carts, tables, chairs, and small equipment up to 75% of the time.Balancing, stooping kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching handling, fingering throughout the shift.Mobility -Able to travel up to 300 feet on a regular basis throughout the shift.Continuous standing -during preparation, during service hours or during expediting.Must be able to see minute objects at arm’s length, to read meters and controls.Environment
Physically strenuous -continual standing, walking, bending and lifting in indoor environment. Intermittent exposure to extreme heat (dishroom & kitchen) and cold (coolers & freezers).
BenefitsUrban Farmer is certified Gold for Sustainability at Work. As one of Oregon’s Healthiest Employers, Urban Farmer offers perks that are comparable to progressive employers.
All associates can enjoy our complimentary cafeteria.401k matching for all our associates.Hotel discounts at marriott.com.Many other perks, benefits & discounts for all our associates!Save on your parking and public transportation costs by using our pre-tax savings account.Our location is right next to the center of all for MAX lines and close to the Portland Streetcar, a prime location for driving, taking public transportation, biking, or even walking to work.$50 TriMet monthly subsidy!Bold. Bright. Caring. Energetic. Driven. Strategic. Daring. To deliver the type of outstanding experience we aim to provide our guests, we need remarkable individuals who are passionate and committed to making a difference. If this sounds like you, then explore the career positions at Sage Restaurant Group that await you.
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