Food Runner

Food Runner


Company
Yard House
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
16 days ago
Via
Yard House

Job Description
$17.87 per hour - $17.87 per hour plus tips.

Our Food Runner plays an important role in our daily operations as the support system between our Heart of House and the selling of our food to our Guests. They ensure our high quality of food standards, and facilitate the timely delivery of hot food to our Guests while following proper food safety and sanitation standards.

Our House Rules!
• Bring The Vibe – There is no library, we’ve got 100+ beers on tap. People are here to turn it up, so don’t let ‘em down.
• Be ALL IN – Don’t just talk about our food and beer. Eat it. Drink it. Live it. Give every guest and every shift all you’ve got.
• Have Heart – We’re bonded by more than just beer. We are family. So be kind and put each other first. Together, we are YARD HOUSE.
• Celebrate Variety – We like our people, food, beer, and experiences to be extraordinary. Diversity makes life interesting. Embrace it with open arms and raised glasses. Everyone[s always welcome to our party.

Tap into great opportunities and benefits including:
• Competitive Pay and Flexible Work Schedules
• Sick Pay
• Growth Opportunities
• Health and Well-Being Benefits
• And More!

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs

Q What is the federal minimum wage for restaurant servers in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for restaurant workers is $7.25 per hour as of January 1 2026. Tipped employees receive a cash wage of $2.13 per hour with tips required to reach the full $7.25 minimum. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the rate applies after 40 hours in a workweek.
Q How many hours can restaurant workers legally work per week without overtime in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, non-exempt restaurant employees must receive overtime after 40 hours worked in a workweek during 2026. Employers must pay 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours over 40. Breaks of 30 minutes or more are not counted as working time if the employee is completely relieved of duties.
Q What work authorization documents are required for non-citizens applying to restaurant jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, all new hires must complete Form I-9 by the end of their first day of work in 2026. Acceptable documents include a U.S. passport or green card combined with a driver's license. Employers must reverify work authorization before expiration of documents such as Employment Authorization Documents.
Q What tax withholding applies to restaurant tips in the United States in 2026?
As per the Internal Revenue Service, employers must withhold income tax, Social Security at 6.2 percent, and Medicare at 1.45 percent on all tips reported in 2026. Employees must report tips of $20 or more in a month to their employer by the 10th of the following month. Unreported tips are still subject to self-employment tax on Schedule SE.
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