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FOOD RUNNER

1/4/2026

Food Runners are responsible for delivering dishes from the kitchen to tables quickly and accurately. They must manage tickets, expedite orders, and communicate effectively with both kitchen and front-of-house teams.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Wish You Were Here Group is a hospitality and lifestyle group built on creating unforgettable dining experiences inspired by global travel. The group's multi-concept portfolio is responsible for some of the most beloved restaurants, cafes and bars across the country, which aim to transport guests to other parts of the world. Each property has a unique aesthetic influenced by different cultures and cuisines and delivers delicious food and cocktails alongside exceptional service in thoughtfully designed spaces. Wish You Were Here Group's bars and lounges are currently in destinations including Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New York City and Scottsdale with many more to come.

About the Role

Description

Now Hiring: Food Runner – Little Ruby’s Café (West Village)
Position: Full-Time / Part-Time
Pay: $17/hr plus tips (minus tip credit)
Location: West Village, New York, NY

Little Ruby’s Café is a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant known for warm hospitality and efficient service. Our West Village location is looking for experienced, detail-oriented Food Runners who thrive in busy environments and understand the importance of timing and teamwork.

Food Runners play a critical role in ensuring dishes are delivered accurately, quickly, and at peak quality.

What You’ll Do

Run food quickly and accurately from kitchen to tables
Read and manage tickets using Toast KDS
Expedite orders to ensure correct timing and presentation
Communicate clearly with the kitchen and front-of-house teams
Carry multiple plates safely and efficiently
Assist with table maintenance and service support as needed

Requirements

Experience using Toast KDS
Strong understanding of expediting in a high-volume restaurant
Ability to carry four plates of food
Open availability, including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
Prior experience in large, very busy restaurants
Ability to stay calm, focused, and efficient during peak service

What We Offer

$17/hr plus tips (minus tip credit)
Full-time or part-time scheduling
Employee dining perks
Opportunities for growth within a well-loved and expanding restaurant group
Supportive, high-energy team environment

If you’re fast, reliable, and thrive in a high-volume service environment, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and join the Little Ruby’s family.

Key Skills

Food RunningTeamworkCommunicationTime ManagementExpeditingPlate CarryingCustomer ServiceAttention To Detail