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Job title: Service Support Team – Server Assistant / Food Runner / Busser
Who we are:
Big-Dill Hospitality is a family-owned restaurant group that owns and operates Muchacho Tex-Mex, Whistle Britches, Even Coast, Casa Brasa, Kamila, and coming soon Maroma, and TiO. Helmed by Chef Omar Flores, a two-time James Beard Semi-Finalist, Best Chef SW and Dallas Rising Star Chef, this is Chef Flores’ newest passion project several years in the making.
Position Overview:
We’re currently hiring for Service Support Team Members — positions that include Server Assistant, Food Runner, and Busser roles. The Service Support team plays a key role in ensuring smooth daily operations and an exceptional guest experience. This position supports servers and bartenders by maintaining a clean, organized dining room and assisting with all service needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist servers with all aspects of table service, maintaining a refined and efficient dining rhythm.
- Run dishes from the kitchen to guests promptly and accurately, ensuring correct presentation.
- Clear, reset, and polish tables and glassware between courses and seatings.
- Monitor and refill water and beverages as needed.
- Collaborate with the service and culinary teams to ensure flawless communication and guest satisfaction.
- Maintain organization and cleanliness in service stations and support areas.
- Contribute to the setup and breakdown of service areas at the beginning and end of shifts.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant preferred but not required.
- Previous experience in upscale/fine dining
- Strong work ethic and positive, team-oriented attitude.
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
- Excellent communication and hospitality skills.
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to work in a standing position for 8-10 hours per day
- Ability to lift 60lbs (50lbs overhead)
- Stand for a long period of time.
- Be able to kneel, crouch, stoop, twist, reach, push, pull and grasp throughout the day.
- Hearing and speech to communicate in person or over telephone.
Big dill is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Application Question(s):
- Please list the restaurants or concepts where you gained your upscale or fine dining experience over the last 3 years.
Experience:
- Fine dining: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Dallas, TX 75225 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in food runner jobs.
- Ability to carry multiple plates and trays safely during peak service
- Strong communication with kitchen staff and servers under time pressure
- Knowledge of menu items, allergens, and proper dish placement at the table
- Physical stamina to stand, walk, and lift throughout an entire shift
- Valid food handler card or willingness to obtain one before starting
- Prior experience in a restaurant, catering, or hospitality setting preferred
Tips for Your Food Runner Job Search
Tailor your resume for speed
Highlight how quickly you can move between the kitchen and dining room under pressure. Hiring managers for food runner roles care more about stamina and efficiency than formal credentials, so lead with specific environments you've worked in, like high-volume or multi-floor dining.
Get your food handler card first
Many restaurants require a food handler certification before your first shift. Earning it before you apply signals you're ready to start immediately, which matters for roles that need to fill gaps fast. Check your state's requirements since the specific card accepted varies by location.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists food runner openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by service style
Fine dining food runner roles often require knowledge of plating presentation and dish names, while casual or high-volume spots prioritize speed and accuracy. Read each listing carefully and match your experience to the specific service environment before applying.
Prepare for a working interview
Many restaurants skip a traditional sit-down interview entirely and ask you to shadow or trial during a live service. Wear non-slip shoes, arrive a few minutes early, and be ready to demonstrate how you handle multiple plates and communicate with both kitchen and floor staff.
Follow up the day after applying
Restaurant hiring moves fast and managers often fill food runner roles within days. A brief, direct follow-up the morning after submitting your application keeps your name in front of the right person before the posting fills, especially for dinner-shift openings.
Food Runner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most food runners?
The most active employers for food runners right now are Marriott International, Flight Club Darts, and Life Alive Cafe, and the most openings are in Florida, California, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume shifts seasonally, so checking listings regularly gives you the most accurate picture of where demand is highest.
How many food runner jobs are remote?
About 0% of food runner openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most food runner work requires physical presence on the floor. The small share of remote-adjacent roles tends to involve catering coordination or event logistics support rather than direct table service.
How do you become a food runner?
Start by obtaining a food handler card if your state requires one, then apply to entry-level positions at restaurants, hotels, or catering companies. Most employers train food runners on their specific menu, floor layout, and plating standards during onboarding. Demonstrating reliability, speed, and clear communication with both kitchen and serving staff is what leads to consistent shifts and advancement.
Can you get hired as a food runner with no experience?
Yes, food runner is one of the more accessible entry points into restaurant work and many employers hire candidates with no prior experience. Employers look for reliability, a willingness to learn quickly, and the physical ability to handle a full shift on your feet. Volunteering for a trial shift and arriving prepared with non-slip shoes and a food handler card can overcome a thin work history.
What does the food runner interview process look like?
Most food runner interviews are brief and practical. A manager will typically ask a few questions about your availability, your ability to handle fast-paced environments, and whether you have experience with the type of service they run. Many restaurants follow that conversation with a working trial during an actual service to assess how you move, communicate, and handle the physical demands of the role before making a decision.
Where can I find and apply to food runner jobs?
You can find and apply to food runner jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your availability and experience, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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