Food Runner/Busser
Company
Restaurant Aleksandar
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time and Part-time
Salary
12–16 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
Via
Glassdoor
Job Description
About us
Restaurant Aleksandar in Rittenhouse is looking for host and FOH support staff. We offer flexible scheduling. Positive work culture and life balance is important to us.
Responsibilities include
• Provide excellent customer service
• Greet customers and present menus
• Guide guests to tables
• Familiarity with Open Table is a +
• To go order processing
• Arrange reservations
• Cooperate and communicate with all serving and kitchen staff
• Adhere to all relevant health department rules/regulations and all customer service guidelines
• Coat check
• Clearing and resetting tables
• Run food to tables
Responsibilities:
- Deliver food orders from the kitchen to customers' tables in a timely manner
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of food orders before delivering them to customers
- Assist with food preparation and plating when necessary
- Collaborate with kitchen staff and servers to ensure smooth and efficient service
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining area and workstations
- Provide exceptional customer service by addressing any customer concerns or inquiries promptly
- Follow all safety and sanitation procedures to maintain a clean and safe working environment
Skills:
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with customers, kitchen staff, and servers
- Previous experience in a hotel or restaurant setting is preferred
- Strong customer service skills to provide a positive dining experience for guests
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Knowledge of food service procedures and proper food handling techniques
- Proficient in using POS (Point of Sale) systems for order processing and payment transactions
- Ability to work as part of a team and contribute to a positive work environment
If you enjoy working in a dynamic restaurant environment and have a passion for providing excellent guest service, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as a Food Runner!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $12.00 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
Shift:
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
Work Location: In person
Restaurant Aleksandar in Rittenhouse is looking for host and FOH support staff. We offer flexible scheduling. Positive work culture and life balance is important to us.
Responsibilities include
• Provide excellent customer service
• Greet customers and present menus
• Guide guests to tables
• Familiarity with Open Table is a +
• To go order processing
• Arrange reservations
• Cooperate and communicate with all serving and kitchen staff
• Adhere to all relevant health department rules/regulations and all customer service guidelines
• Coat check
• Clearing and resetting tables
• Run food to tables
Responsibilities:
- Deliver food orders from the kitchen to customers' tables in a timely manner
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of food orders before delivering them to customers
- Assist with food preparation and plating when necessary
- Collaborate with kitchen staff and servers to ensure smooth and efficient service
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining area and workstations
- Provide exceptional customer service by addressing any customer concerns or inquiries promptly
- Follow all safety and sanitation procedures to maintain a clean and safe working environment
Skills:
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with customers, kitchen staff, and servers
- Previous experience in a hotel or restaurant setting is preferred
- Strong customer service skills to provide a positive dining experience for guests
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Knowledge of food service procedures and proper food handling techniques
- Proficient in using POS (Point of Sale) systems for order processing and payment transactions
- Ability to work as part of a team and contribute to a positive work environment
If you enjoy working in a dynamic restaurant environment and have a passion for providing excellent guest service, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as a Food Runner!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $12.00 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
Shift:
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
Work Location: In person
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Quick answers about Packing Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Packing Jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Non-exempt packing workers must receive overtime compensation at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
What are the required working hours, overtime rules, and leave benefits for packing jobs in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates a 40-hour workweek for packing jobs, with mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours as of 2026. Eligible employees receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act after completing 12 months of service with their employer.
What tax withholdings apply to packing job wages in the United States?
Packing job employees must have 6.2 percent Social Security tax and 1.45 percent Medicare tax withheld from wages under FICA as of 2026. Employers also withhold federal income tax based on IRS Publication 15 tables, with an additional 0.9 percent Medicare surtax applying to wages over $200,000 for single filers.
What visa or work permit requirements apply to non-citizens seeking packing jobs in the United States?
Non-citizens must obtain employment authorization through USCIS before starting packing jobs, typically via H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas with a 2026 annual cap of 66,000. Employers must file Form I-129 and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.
