About the role
The Role…
At Soho House, a Runner plays a vital supporting role in ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of service between the kitchen and front-of-house teams. As a key link in the dining experience, the Runner is responsible for delivering food and beverages promptly, maintaining cleanliness and organisation across the service areas. .
Your main responsibility is to assist the waiting staff and make sure the member gets a superior experience. You will deliver food orders from the kitchen (or drinks orders from the bar) to members’ tables, acting as a point of contact between the kitchen/bar and the floor.
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What's in it for you?
* Weekly Pay * Team meal whilst on shift prepared by our chefs * Soho Friends Membership * 50% Team discount on Food & Drink, 7 days a week * Staff Room Rates * Health Cash Plan (option to up to 2 additional dependents) * Dental Plan (option to add up to 2 additional dependents) * Birthday Day Off after 1 years' continuous service * Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home * In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice. * Free Counselling Sessions * Cookhouse & House Tonic: Our Cookhouse & Tonic Programmes offer unique food and drink training, events and opportunities to inspire and educate. * Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally * Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.
Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career
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Key duties…
* Bring food/drink quickly from the kitchen/bar to its respective location in the restaurants and deliver to members. * Maintain a spotless, pristine work environment * Provides service to and is accountable for an assigned section. * Develop relationships with members to provide personalized service. * Polishing cutlery ensuring they are ready for service. * Preparing any additions to tables in advance (preparing lemon wraps, condiments, butter portions etc) * Perform opening and closing procedures including but not limited to the set up and break down of stations. * Ensure all service equipment is handled carefully and stored correctly. * Maintain a spotless and pristine working environment. * Attending regular meetings with front and back of house teams to learn about any menu changes and specials alongside daily tastings.
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What we are looking for...
* 2–3 years in a similar high-end dining environment * Excellent food and beverage knowledge, including wine service * Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills with a hands-on approach * Confident, polished, and professional demeanour * Exceptional communication and organisational skills * Familiarity with POS systems and reservation software